1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 56 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1797 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 2013 Ford F-150 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, 2013 Ford F-150 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 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 | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2477 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5888 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1933 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3683 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 136 L |
