1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1998 Honda Capa
To start off, 1998 Honda Capa is newer by 42 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1998 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Capa weights approximately 400 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, 1998 Honda Capa, 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1998 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Capa |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2370 mm |
