1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1987 Toyota Camry

To start off, 1987 Toyota Camry 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Camry. (119 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Camry weights approximately 556 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 Toyota Camry, 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Camry. (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 1987 Toyota Camry
Make Ferrari Toyota
Model 500 Testarossa Camry
Year Released 1961 1987
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1985 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 190 HP 119 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 205 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 8.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 680 kg 1236 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2610 mm


 

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