1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1999 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1999 Honda Prelude 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1999 Honda Prelude. (132 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Prelude weights approximately 560 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 Prelude, 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1999 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Prelude |
Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2590 mm |