2005 Bentley Continental vs. 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 6,750 cc, 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1766 kg more than 1958 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, 2005 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 670 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bentley Continental | 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Bentley | Ferrari |
| Model | Continental | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1985 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 684 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 88 L |
