1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2000 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2000 Renault Safrane is newer by 40 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2000 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Safrane weights approximately 845 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, 2000 Renault Safrane, 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2000 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Ferrari | Renault |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Safrane |
Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 38 L |