1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2009 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 is newer by 53 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti G37 (328 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 1440 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Infiniti G37 (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti G37 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 | 2009 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | Ferrari | Infiniti |
Model | 500 Testarossa | G37 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 76 L |