1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R is newer by 54 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 1057 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.
Because 2013 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R 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 | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 538 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 628 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 74 L |
