2003 Ferrari Enzo vs. 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 2003 Ferrari Enzo 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari Enzo (651 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 464 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari Enzo weights approximately 625 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.
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, 2003 Ferrari Enzo (658 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (206 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari Enzo | 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | Enzo | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 651 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 658 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 88 L |
