2002 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 2002 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 44 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 @ 7200 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 270 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, 2002 Citroen Berlingo, 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. (111 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen Berlingo | 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | Berlingo | 250 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2360 mm |
