1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2010 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2010 Toyota Corolla is newer by 50 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 575 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, 2010 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (206 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 2010 Toyota Corolla
Make Ferrari Toyota
Model 500 Testarossa Corolla
Year Released 1960 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1985 cc 1800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 187 HP 132 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 206 Nm 173 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 680 kg 1255 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4539 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1466 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2601 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 50 L


 

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