1987 Audi 200 vs. 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1987 Audi 200 is newer by 28 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), 1987 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1987 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi 200 weights approximately 800 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, 1987 Audi 200, 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, 1987 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Audi 200 | 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | 200 | 500 Testarossa |
Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 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 | 1480 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 88 L |