1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 46 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2577 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion 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 | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 167 L |
