1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato

To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 52 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 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1340 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, 2008 Fiat Ducato, 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, 2008 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato 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 2008 Fiat Ducato
Make Ferrari Fiat
Model 500 Testarossa Ducato
Year Released 1956 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1985 cc 2800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 187 HP 125 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 205 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 14 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 680 kg 2020 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 5610 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 2480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 3710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 80 L


 

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