1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 45 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 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. (168 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 670 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 2001 Volkswagen Bora 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, 2001 Volkswagen Bora 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, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Bora 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 | 2001 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Bora |
Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |