1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1975 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am is newer by 19 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 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am (220 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 1956 Ferrari 500 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. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am (434 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm). This means 1975 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1975 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 6556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 220 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2750 mm |
