1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1958 Porsche 550 A
To start off, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 550 A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 550 A would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1958 Porsche 550 A. (108 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1958 Porsche 550 A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa weights approximately 75 kg more than 1958 Porsche 550 A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1958 Porsche 550 A | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | 550 A |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2110 mm |
