1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1549 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 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Touareg (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (206 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 100 L |
