2003 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 43 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 2003 Chevrolet S-10 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, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 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, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (206 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet S-10 | 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | S-10 | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2260 mm |
