1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1995 Saturn SL
To start off, 1995 Saturn SL is newer by 36 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1995 Saturn SL. (125 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1995 Saturn SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Saturn SL weights approximately 405 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1959 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 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Saturn SL, 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, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saturn SL. (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saturn SL.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1995 Saturn SL | |
Make | Ferrari | Saturn |
Model | 500 Testarossa | SL |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |