1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2011 Pagani Huayra
To start off, 2011 Pagani Huayra is newer by 54 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Pagani Huayra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Pagani Huayra (700 HP) has 513 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Pagani Huayra should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Pagani Huayra weights approximately 670 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Pagani Huayra (740 Nm) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm). This means 2011 Pagani Huayra 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 | 2011 Pagani Huayra | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pagani |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Huayra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 700 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 740 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4605 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1169 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2795 mm |
