1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 47 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 600 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Golf |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |
