1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 450 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, 2000 Toyota Corolla, 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |
