1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1965 Honda S600
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Honda S600 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1965 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1965 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 795 kg more than 1965 Honda S600. 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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (475 Nm) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 1965 Honda S600 | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | Testarossa | S600 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 52 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2010 mm |