1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2000 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2000 Saab 05-Sep 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. Both 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa and 2000 Saab 05-Sep are equipped with a 1,985 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Saab 05-Sep. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2000 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 805 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 Saab 05-Sep, 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, 2000 Saab 05-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (206 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Saab 05-Sep 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 | 2000 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Ferrari | Saab |
Model | 500 Testarossa | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |