2000 Audi TT vs. 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 2000 Audi TT is newer by 40 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Audi TT. (180 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi TT.
Because 2000 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT 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, 2000 Audi TT (245 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (206 Nm). This means 2000 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi TT | 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | TT | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2260 mm |
