1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 49 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 618 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 2005 Ford Explorer 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, 2005 Ford Explorer 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, 2005 Ford Explorer (344 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer 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 | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 85 L |
