1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000. (127 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 358 kg more than 1960 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, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (206 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000. (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | 2000 | 500 Testarossa |
Year Released | 1989 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 88 L |