1958 BMW 600 vs. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 600 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 950 kg more than 1958 BMW 600. 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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (475 Nm) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 600 | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2560 mm |
