1999 Audi S8 vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 41 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (296 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 930 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.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 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, 1999 Audi S8 (331 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (300 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
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1999 Audi S8 | 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | S8 | 250 Testarossa |
Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 58.8 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 140 L |