1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 50 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 18 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 531 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, 2008 Mini Cooper, 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, 2008 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Mini Cooper 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 | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Ferrari | Mini |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Cooper |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |