1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 2004 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2004 Ford Galaxy is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2004 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 928 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Because 1958 Ferrari 250 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 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Galaxy, 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (300 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Galaxy. 2004 Ford Galaxy has automatic transmission and 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa has manual transmission. 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Galaxy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 2004 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 250 Testarossa | Galaxy |
Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1728 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 70 L |