1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2004 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestar 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestar (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 1259 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar, 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, 2004 Ford Freestar (357 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Freestar 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 Freestar | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Freestar |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 98 L |
