1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 19 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2740 mm |
