1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 vs. 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 4,388 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 (310 HP) has 123 more horse power than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 weights approximately 573 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 (433 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm). This means 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ferrari 365 GT4 | 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 365 GT4 | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 88 L |
