1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 49 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. (159 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 840 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant, 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant (220 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Galant 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 | 2005 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Galant |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 67 L |