1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2001 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2001 Saturn Vue is newer by 45 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Saturn Vue. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2001 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Saturn Vue 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, 2001 Saturn Vue, 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, 2001 Saturn Vue (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Saturn Vue 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 | 2001 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Ferrari | Saturn |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Vue |
Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 62 L |