1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2009 Volvo V50
To start off, 2009 Volvo V50 is newer by 49 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Volvo V50. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo V50 weights approximately 782 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
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, 2009 Volvo V50, 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, 2009 Volvo V50 (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (206 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo V50 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 | 2009 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
Model | 500 Testarossa | V50 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1462 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 62 L |