1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2002 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen W12 is newer by 41 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 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen W12 (600 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen W12 weights approximately 571 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Volkswagen W12 (335 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm). This means 2002 Volkswagen W12 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 | 2002 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | W12 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 5982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |
