1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo 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 113 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 305 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 Volkswagen Lupo, 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, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (210 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (206 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 34 L |
