1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 51 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), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 730 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza 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 | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Impreza |
Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
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 | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |