1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1999 Toyota Solara
To start off, 1999 Toyota Solara is newer by 42 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Solara. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Solara weights approximately 700 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, 1999 Toyota Solara, 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Solara. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1999 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Solara |
Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2680 mm |