1998 Acura Integra vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 1998 Acura Integra is newer by 40 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) has 126 more horse power than 1998 Acura Integra. (170 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Acura Integra weights approximately 454 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Because 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Acura Integra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (300 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura Integra. (174 Nm). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura Integra.
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1998 Acura Integra | 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
Make | Acura | Ferrari |
Model | Integra | 250 Testarossa |
Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1835 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 296 HP |
Torque | 174 Nm | 300 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |