1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 53 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 @ 7000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 2 weights approximately 420 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, 2012 Mazda 2, 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, both vehicles can yield 205 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | 2 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 43 L |
