1998 Chevrolet Metro vs. 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Metro is newer by 39 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 134 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (53 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Metro weights approximately 220 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, 1998 Chevrolet Metro, 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Metro. (79 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Metro | 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Metro | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2260 mm |
