1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2005 Ford Ka
To start off, 2005 Ford Ka is newer by 48 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ka weights approximately 456 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
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, 2005 Ford Ka, 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, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2005 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Ka |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1136 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 40 L |
