2005 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa

To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 45 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (83 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 320 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.

Because 1960 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 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo, 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, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (206 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Aveo 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
Make Chevrolet Ferrari
Model Aveo 500 Testarossa
Year Released 2005 1960
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1498 cc 1985 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 83 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 129 Nm 206 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 5500 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 680 kg
Wheelbase Size 2490 mm 2260 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 48 L 88 L


 

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