1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1996 Holden Nova
To start off, 1996 Holden Nova is newer by 39 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 82 more horse power than 1996 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1996 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Holden Nova weights approximately 410 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, 1996 Holden Nova, 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1996 Holden Nova | |
Make | Ferrari | Holden |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Nova |
Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2470 mm |