1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1982 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1982 Reliant SE6 is newer by 24 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 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1982 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1982 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 566 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
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, 1982 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1982 Reliant SE6 | |
Make | Ferrari | Reliant |
Model | 500 Testarossa | SE6 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2650 mm |