1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1965 Maserati 151
To start off, 1965 Maserati 151 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 5,046 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Maserati 151 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati 151 (424 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati 151 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Maserati 151 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 500 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:
| 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1965 Maserati 151 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | 151 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 5046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2310 mm |
