1998 BMW 740 vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 1998 BMW 740 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 BMW 740. (286 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 740 weights approximately 1168 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 740 | 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 740 | 250 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1968 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 140 L |
