1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 53 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2011 Audi A3. (140 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A3 weights approximately 821 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, 2011 Audi A3, 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, 2011 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A3 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 | 2011 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | A3 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |
