1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1971 Land Rover Serie II
To start off, 1971 Land Rover Serie II is newer by 14 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Land Rover Serie II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP) has 120 more horse power than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Land Rover Serie II weights approximately 820 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1971 Land Rover Serie II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Land Rover Serie II 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, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Land Rover Serie II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1971 Land Rover Serie II | |
| Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Serie II |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2780 mm |
