1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2000 Mazda Familia

To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 42 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 @ 7000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 96 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, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 2000 Mazda Familia
Make Ferrari Mazda
Model 500 Testarossa Familia
Year Released 1958 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1985 cc 1272 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 190 HP 75 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 205 Nm 103 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 8.8:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 684 kg 780 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 3800 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2370 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 58 L


 

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