2006 BMW M5 vs. 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 2006 BMW M5 is newer by 47 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 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M5 weights approximately 1075 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 2006 BMW M5 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, 2006 BMW M5 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, 2006 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
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2006 BMW M5 | 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | M5 | 500 Testarossa |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4998 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |