1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 50 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 953 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester 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, 2006 Subaru Forester 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, 2006 Subaru Forester (225 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Forester 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 | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Forester |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |
