1984 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1984 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Mondial (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 825 kg more than 1957 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, 1984 Ferrari Mondial (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari Mondial | 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | Mondial | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 88 L |
