1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2008 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2008 Dodge Nitro is newer by 51 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 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 2008 Dodge Nitro 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, 2008 Dodge Nitro 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, 2008 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro 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 | 2008 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Ferrari | Dodge |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Nitro |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |