1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 50 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 84 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 630 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.

Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 2011 Subaru Impreza
Make Ferrari Subaru
Model 500 Testarossa Impreza
Year Released 1961 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1985 cc 1498 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 205 Nm 142 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 10.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 680 kg 1310 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4415 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1476 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2619 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 64 L


 

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