1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2004 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2004 Ford Explorer is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Ford Explorer. (158 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 2004 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford Explorer (306 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2004 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2840 mm |
