1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (247 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1035 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 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (330 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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 | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Passat |
Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3168 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |