1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 46 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. Both 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa and 2005 Volkswagen Jetta are equipped with a 1,983 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 633 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, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta, 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) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (165 Nm). This means 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |
