1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2002 Renault Clio
To start off, 2002 Renault Clio is newer by 42 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Clio (252 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Clio weights approximately 730 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, 2002 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (206 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Clio 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 | 2002 Renault Clio | |
Make | Ferrari | Renault |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Clio |
Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7150 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |