1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 45 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 968 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.
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, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville, 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, 2005 Pontiac Bonneville (312 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Bonneville 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 | 2005 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |
