1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2006 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Lupo 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 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 64 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 298 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, 2006 Volkswagen Lupo, 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Lupo.
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1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2006 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Lupo |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 34 L |