2005 Buick Terraza vs. 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 2005 Buick Terraza 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Terraza (200 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 1344 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.
Because 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Buick Terraza (298 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
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2005 Buick Terraza | 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Terraza | 500 Testarossa |
Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 298 Nm | 205 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 88 L |