1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2012 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2012 Tata Sumo is newer by 56 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2012 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Sumo weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 2012 Tata Sumo 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, 2012 Tata Sumo 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, 2012 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Sumo 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 | 2012 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Ferrari | Tata |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Sumo |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2425 mm |