2009 BMW M6 vs. 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (501 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 1101 kg more than 1958 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M6 | 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | M6 | 500 Testarossa |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 501 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |