1989 Dodge Shadow vs. 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1989 Dodge Shadow 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Shadow is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Shadow. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Shadow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Shadow weights approximately 608 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1960 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 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow, 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, 1989 Dodge Shadow (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (206 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Shadow will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Shadow | 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Shadow | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1288 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2260 mm |
