1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2008 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2008 Mazda B4000 is newer by 48 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 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 500 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 2008 Mazda B4000 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, 2008 Mazda B4000 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, 2008 Mazda B4000 (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (206 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda B4000 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 | 2008 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 4034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 74 L |
