1995 Ferrari F55 vs. 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1995 Ferrari F55 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ferrari F55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F55 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F55 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari F55 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. 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, 1995 Ferrari F55 (759 Nm) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm). This means 1995 Ferrari F55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ferrari F55 | 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | F55 | 500 Testarossa |
Year Released | 1995 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 205 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 330 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 680 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 88 L |