1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 54 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 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 1125 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 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 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 | 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
Make | Ferrari | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 500 Testarossa | 159 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 322 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |