1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2001 Toyota Supra

To start off, 2001 Toyota Supra 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Supra (470 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Supra weights approximately 1001 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Supra. (88 Nm). This means 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Supra.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 2001 Toyota Supra
Make Ferrari Toyota
Model 500 Testarossa Supra
Year Released 1960 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1985 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 187 HP 470 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 206 Nm 88 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 680 kg 1681 kg
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 48 L


 

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