1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1999 Ford Econoline
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 43 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (212 HP @ 4450 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1675 kg more than 1956 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, 1999 Ford Econoline (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1999 Ford Econoline | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Econoline |
Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3510 mm |