1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2007 Opel Corsa

To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 49 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 131 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 251 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, 2007 Opel Corsa, 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 2007 Opel Corsa
Make Ferrari Opel
Model 500 Testarossa Corsa
Year Released 1958 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1985 cc 998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 205 Nm 88 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 73.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 78.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 684 kg 935 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 3820 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 44 L


 

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