2006 BMW M6 vs. 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 2006 BMW M6 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M6 (507 HP) has 317 more horse power than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
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, 2006 BMW M6 (705 Nm) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm). This means 2006 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M6 | 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | M6 | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
