2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 48 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 950 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
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. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Silverado | 250 Testarossa |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 140 L |