1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2004 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 43 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 1140 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.
Because 2004 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Frontera 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 | 2004 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Ferrari | Vauxhall |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
