1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1970 Opel Record
To start off, 1970 Opel Record is newer by 9 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 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 131 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Record weights approximately 345 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
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1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1970 Opel Record | |
Make | Ferrari | Opel |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Record |
Year Released | 1961 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |