1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX is newer by 35 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 60 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda S-MX weights approximately 650 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1996 Honda S-MX 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, 1996 Honda S-MX 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, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
