1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager

To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 40 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (156 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 1025 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager, 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager 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 1996 Plymouth Voyager
Make Ferrari Plymouth
Model 500 Testarossa Voyager
Year Released 1956 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1985 cc 3299 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 187 HP 156 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4700 RPM
Torque 205 Nm 275 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 680 kg 1705 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2880 mm


 

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