1995 Audi Coupe vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 1995 Audi Coupe is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1995 Audi Coupe. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi Coupe weights approximately 724 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Because 1995 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi Coupe will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Audi Coupe (357 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (300 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi Coupe | 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | Coupe | 250 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2360 mm |
