1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1963 Opel Kapitan
To start off, 1963 Opel Kapitan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,605 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Opel Kapitan is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Opel Kapitan weights approximately 64 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1963 Opel Kapitan | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Kapitan |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2810 mm |
