1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 45 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element 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 | 2006 Honda Element | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Element |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |
