1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1996 Subaru SVX
To start off, 1996 Subaru SVX 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 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru SVX weights approximately 940 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.
Because 1996 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Subaru SVX will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
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1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1996 Subaru SVX | |
Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
Model | 500 Testarossa | SVX |
Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3318 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |