1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 41 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 686 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Magna, 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, both vehicles can yield 205 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1999 Mitsubishi Magna | |
Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Magna |
Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |