2004 Audi TT vs. 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 2004 Audi TT is newer by 45 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 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi TT weights approximately 844 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Audi TT (320 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm). This means 2004 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi TT | 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | TT | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 88 L |
