1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. (385 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 45 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 1990 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 500 Superfast | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 4943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
