1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2011 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2011 Tesla Roadster 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. In terms of performance, 2011 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 555 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 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm). This means 2011 Tesla Roadster 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 Tesla Roadster | |
Make | Ferrari | Tesla |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Roadster |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 370 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1128 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2352 mm |