1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 52 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Escape weights approximately 286 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, 2009 Ford Escape, 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2009 Ford Escape | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Escape |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 57 L |