1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 44 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 670 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, 2003 Mazda 6, 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | 6 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |
