1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2003 TVR Sagaris
To start off, 2003 TVR Sagaris 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Sagaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Sagaris (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Sagaris should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 TVR Sagaris weights approximately 460 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.
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, 2003 TVR Sagaris (451 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Sagaris 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 | 2003 TVR Sagaris | |
Make | Ferrari | TVR |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Sagaris |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 57 L |