1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 472 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 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, 1998 Porsche 911 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (881 Nm) has 676 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm). This means 1998 Porsche 911 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 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 500 Testarossa | 911 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 205 Nm | 881 Nm |
Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 329 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2280 mm |