1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7

To start off, 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 is newer by 51 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7. (173 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 weights approximately 1150 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, 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7, 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, 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 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 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7
Make Ferrari Luxgen
Model 500 Testarossa Luxgen7
Year Released 1959 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1983 cc 2200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 187 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 205 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 680 kg 1830 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4845 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1768 mm


 

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