1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1997 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1997 Nissan Maxima is newer by 40 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 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Maxima. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 665 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, 1997 Nissan Maxima, 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Maxima. (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1997 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Maxima |
Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
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 | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |