1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2001 Ford Urban Explorer

To start off, 2001 Ford Urban Explorer is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Urban Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Ford Urban Explorer. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Urban Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Urban Explorer weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.

Because 2001 Ford Urban Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Urban Explorer 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, 2001 Ford Urban Explorer (380 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Urban Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 2001 Ford Urban Explorer
Make Ferrari Ford
Model 500 Testarossa Urban Explorer
Year Released 1958 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1985 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 190 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 205 Nm 380 Nm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 684 kg 1769 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 132 L


 

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