2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 45 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 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (296 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1785 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. 2004 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Bentley Arnage | 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
Make | Bentley | Ferrari |
Model | Arnage | 250 Testarossa |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6752 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 140 L |