1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1977 Ford LTD
To start off, 1977 Ford LTD is newer by 16 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford LTD (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford LTD weights approximately 1110 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, 1977 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1977 Ford LTD 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 | 1977 Ford LTD | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 500 Testarossa | LTD |
Year Released | 1961 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3080 mm |