1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2000 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2000 Toyota Echo is newer by 44 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 116 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Echo. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Echo weights approximately 260 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, 2000 Toyota Echo, 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) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Echo. (122 Nm). This means 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2000 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Echo |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2380 mm |
