2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 43 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 829 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Because 1959 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 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser, 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.
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2002 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
Model | PT Cruiser | 250 Testarossa |
Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 140 L |