1977 Audi 100 vs. 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1977 Audi 100 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1977 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1977 Audi 100. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1977 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Audi 100 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi 100. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Audi 100 | 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | 100 | 500 Testarossa |
Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 88 L |