1990 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1957 Talbot 2500
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1957 Talbot 2500. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1957 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 530 kg more than 1957 Talbot 2500. 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, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Talbot 2500.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari Testarossa | 1957 Talbot 2500 | |
Make | Ferrari | Talbot |
Model | Testarossa | 2500 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |