1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2012 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2012 Toyota Highlander 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 187 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1110 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, 2012 Toyota Highlander, 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, 2012 Toyota Highlander (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Highlander 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 | 2012 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 73 L |
