1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2010 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2010 Opel Meriva 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 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 98 more horse power than 2010 Opel Meriva. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Meriva weights approximately 550 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, 2010 Opel Meriva, 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Meriva. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2010 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Ferrari | Opel |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Meriva |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 53 L |