1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1968 Opel Diplomat
To start off, 1968 Opel Diplomat is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Opel Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Diplomat weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Opel Diplomat (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1968 Opel Diplomat | |
Make | Ferrari | Opel |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Diplomat |
Year Released | 1961 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |