1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 55 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 425 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, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Silverado |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 98 L |