1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1986 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1986 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 25 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 55 more horse power than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 160 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
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, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Reliant Scimitar. (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1986 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Ferrari | Reliant |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2140 mm |
