2009 BMW 535 vs. 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 is newer by 48 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 2009 BMW 535 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 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, 2009 BMW 535 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 535 | 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 535 | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
