1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1973 Ferrari 312
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 312 is newer by 17 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 2,991 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 312 (478 HP @ 12500 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa weights approximately 80 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 312.
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 | 1973 Ferrari 312 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | 312 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 478 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 12500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
