1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 43 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 2,324 cc, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. (167 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 647 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, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle, 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, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (220 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2324 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1327 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |
