1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2003 Pontiac Montana

To start off, 2003 Pontiac Montana 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2003 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 1040 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, 2003 Pontiac Montana, 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, 2003 Pontiac Montana (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.

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1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 2003 Pontiac Montana
Make Ferrari Pontiac
Model 500 Testarossa Montana
Year Released 1961 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1985 cc 3392 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 205 Nm 285 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 680 kg 1720 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 76 L