1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 55 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1627 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 2012 Volkswagen T5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 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 | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | T5 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
