1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1999 Honda Civic
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 39 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (167 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Civic weights approximately 590 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1960 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 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic, 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, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (206 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (166 Nm @ 6300 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1999 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Civic |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |
