1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2001 BMW 730
To start off, 2001 BMW 730 is newer by 40 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 190 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 730 weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 730 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 | 2001 BMW 730 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | 500 Testarossa | 730 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |