1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1959 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 2,351 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Talbot Lago America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP) has 106 more horse power than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1959 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Talbot Lago America weights approximately 295 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (206 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (191 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Talbot Lago America.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1959 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Ferrari | Talbot |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Lago America |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
