2006 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa

To start off, 2006 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 46 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 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet HHR. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet HHR.

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, 2006 Chevrolet HHR, 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet HHR.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet HHR 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
Make Chevrolet Ferrari
Model HHR 500 Testarossa
Year Released 2006 1960
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2194 cc 1985 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 143 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 203 Nm 206 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94 mm 78 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2260 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 88 L


 

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