1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 675 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, 2006 Toyota Camry, 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Camry |
| 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 |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
