1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 55 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 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 2035 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 | 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5612 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1566 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
