1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 36 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (200 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 850 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina, 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, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (206 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
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1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Lumina | 500 Testarossa |
Year Released | 1996 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 187 HP |
Torque | 311 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 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 | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2260 mm |