1994 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa

To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 696 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.

Because 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will offer significantly more control. 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, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Daihatsu Rocky.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Daihatsu Rocky 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
Make Daihatsu Ferrari
Model Rocky 500 Testarossa
Year Released 1994 1958
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2237 cc 1985 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 90 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 182 Nm 205 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1380 kg 684 kg
Vehicle Length 3850 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2260 mm


 

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