1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1989 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1989 Ford Corsair is newer by 33 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1989 Ford Corsair. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Corsair weights approximately 510 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1956 Ferrari 500 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 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Corsair, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Corsair. (189 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1989 Ford Corsair | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Corsair |
Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2560 mm |