1979 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 416 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
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, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm). This means 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV.
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1979 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | GTV | 500 Testarossa |
Year Released | 1979 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 205 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 684 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 88 L |