1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1998 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Caravelle. (108 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 960 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (206 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Caravelle. (190 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1998 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1640 kg |
