1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 48 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2380 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.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion 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 | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Excursion |
Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 6801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 576 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 3060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 167 L |