1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1970 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1970 Innocenti J4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1957 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 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Innocenti J4, 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, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1970 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Innocenti |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | J4 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2380 mm |
