1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1965 Honda F1

To start off, 1965 Honda F1 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Honda F1 (217 HP @ 12000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Honda F1 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa weights approximately 184 kg more than 1965 Honda F1.

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1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 1965 Honda F1
Make Ferrari Honda
Model 500 Testarossa F1
Year Released 1958 1965
Engine Size 1985 cc 1494 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 190 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 12000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 684 kg 500 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 3000 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1210 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2310 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 40 L