2008 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti weights approximately 480 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Because 1959 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 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti, 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.
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2008 Chevrolet Lacetti | 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Lacetti | 250 Testarossa |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 140 L |