2009 BMW 735 vs. 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 2009 BMW 735 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 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 735 weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 BMW 735 (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
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2009 BMW 735 | 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 735 | 500 Testarossa |
Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 360 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 88 L |