2009 Brilliance BS6 vs. 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Brilliance BS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Brilliance BS6. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2009 Brilliance BS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS6 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1956 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 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS6, 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, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Brilliance BS6. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Brilliance BS6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Brilliance BS6 | 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
Make | Brilliance | Ferrari |
Model | BS6 | 500 Testarossa |
Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 88 L |