2008 BMW M3 vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 49 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (296 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 855 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M3 | 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M3 | 250 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 140 L |
