1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2003 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 42 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (157 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Roadster weights approximately 380 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
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1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2003 Mazda Roadster | |
Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Roadster |
Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 48 L |