1995 Acura Integra vs. 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1995 Acura Integra is newer by 36 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1995 Acura Integra. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Integra weights approximately 490 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, 1995 Acura Integra, 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, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Integra | 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
Make | Acura | Ferrari |
Model | Integra | 500 Testarossa |
Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 88 L |