1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 47 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 72 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 666 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, 2005 Renault Laguna, 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna 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 | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |
