1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Musso is newer by 39 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Musso. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 2000 SsangYong Musso 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, 2000 SsangYong Musso 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, 2000 SsangYong Musso (307 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Musso 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 | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ferrari | SsangYong |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Musso |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 73 L |
