2009 BMW 120 vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 50 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 142 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 725 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 120 | 250 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 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 | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 140 L |
