1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2006 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 49 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 81 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 520 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, 2006 Hyundai Elantra, 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2006 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Ferrari | Hyundai |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |
