1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1997 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1997 Plymouth Neon is newer by 36 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1997 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1997 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 429 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, 1997 Plymouth Neon, 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 1997 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1997 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Ferrari | Plymouth |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Neon |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| 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 | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 79 L |
