1957 Citroen 11 vs. 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1957 Citroen 11 is newer by 1 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 132 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 11. (55 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen 11 weights approximately 440 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, 1957 Citroen 11, 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.
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1957 Citroen 11 | 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | 11 | 500 Testarossa |
Year Released | 1957 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2260 mm |