2001 Ferrari 456M vs. 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 456M is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1957 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, 2001 Ferrari 456M (540 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 456M | 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | 456M | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 88 L |
