1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1967 Wartburg 353
To start off, 1967 Wartburg 353 is newer by 9 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, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP) has 141 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 353. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Wartburg 353 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Wartburg 353, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Wartburg 353. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Wartburg 353.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1967 Wartburg 353 | |
Make | Ferrari | Wartburg |
Model | 500 Testarossa | 353 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 205 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 44 L |