1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2001 Mazda MPV

To start off, 2001 Mazda MPV is newer by 41 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MPV. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda MPV weights approximately 920 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, 2001 Mazda MPV, 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MPV. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MPV.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 2001 Mazda MPV
Make Ferrari Mazda
Model 500 Testarossa MPV
Year Released 1960 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1985 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 187 HP 120 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 206 Nm 175 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 84.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 88 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 680 kg 1600 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2850 mm


 

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