1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2009 Nissan Livina

To start off, 2009 Nissan Livina 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 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 79 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Livina weights approximately 649 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, 2009 Nissan Livina, 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Livina. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Livina.

Compare all specifications:

1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 2009 Nissan Livina
Make Ferrari Nissan
Model 500 Testarossa Livina
Year Released 1956 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1985 cc 1597 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 187 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 205 Nm 153 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 78 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 83.6 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 257 km/hour 180 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 680 kg 1329 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 52 L


 

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