1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2001 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2001 Nissan Laurel 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Laurel. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 710 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, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Laurel. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2001 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Laurel |
Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 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 | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |