1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2011 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2011 Renault Symbol is newer by 52 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) has 83 more horse power than 2011 Renault Symbol. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Symbol weights approximately 320 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, 2011 Renault Symbol, 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Symbol. (148 Nm). This means 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2011 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Symbol |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2473 mm |
