1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2005 Saturn L
To start off, 2005 Saturn L 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 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn L weights approximately 636 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 Saturn L, 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, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2005 Saturn L | |
| Make | Ferrari | Saturn |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | L |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 59 L |
