1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2009 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 53 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 804 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo 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 | 2009 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 59 L |