1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1988 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1988 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 30 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 666 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1988 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1988 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
