2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (151 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 940 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1959 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 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser, 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, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
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2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
Model | PT Cruiser | 500 Testarossa |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2425 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 88 L |