1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1987 Lada Samara
To start off, 1987 Lada Samara is newer by 26 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) has 116 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada Samara weights approximately 245 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Lada Samara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (119 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
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1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1987 Lada Samara | |
Make | Ferrari | Lada |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Samara |
Year Released | 1961 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 205 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 43 L |