1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra is newer by 37 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 106 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 495 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, 1996 Opel Vectra, 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 1996 Opel Vectra. (168 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Ferrari | Opel |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Vectra |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |