1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1995 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 34 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 2,861 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Corrado. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Corrado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 530 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, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado, 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, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Corrado 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 | 1995 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2861 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 40 L |
