1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 56 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 3,993 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1615 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.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (660 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental 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 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Ferrari | Bentley |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Continental |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 660 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1404 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |
