1996 Ferrari 550 vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 550 is newer by 38 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (296 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Ferrari 550 (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (300 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari 550 | 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 550 | 250 Testarossa |
Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 568 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 140 L |