2005 Bugatti Chiron vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 2005 Bugatti Chiron is newer by 47 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 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2005 Bugatti Chiron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bugatti Chiron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (296 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Because 2005 Bugatti Chiron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Bugatti Chiron 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, 2005 Bugatti Chiron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (300 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bugatti Chiron | 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
| Make | Bugatti | Ferrari |
| Model | Chiron | 250 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1020 mm |
