1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1888 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 Expedition 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 Expedition 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 Expedition (475 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 475 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 | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 2572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 106 L |
