1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2011 Tata Nano
To start off, 2011 Tata Nano 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 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 152 more horse power than 2011 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa weights approximately 80 kg more than 2011 Tata Nano. 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, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2011 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Ferrari | Tata |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Nano |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 37 L |
