1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1993 Porsche 964
To start off, 1993 Porsche 964 is newer by 34 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 964 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 964 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Porsche 964 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 964 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Porsche 964 (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 964 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 | 1993 Porsche 964 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | 500 Testarossa | 964 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 73 L |