1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2004 Tata Safari
To start off, 2004 Tata Safari is newer by 46 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 55 more horse power than 2004 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2004 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Tata Safari weights approximately 1356 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 2004 Tata Safari 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, 2004 Tata Safari 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2004 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Ferrari | Tata |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Safari |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
