1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1981 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1981 Holden Statesman is newer by 22 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 5,041 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1981 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1981 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Statesman weights approximately 1040 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. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1981 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 5041 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2900 mm |
