1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 57 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 39 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 825 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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 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 | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Jetta |
Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |