1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 47 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1255 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 2005 Ford 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, 2005 Ford 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, 2005 Ford Explorer (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
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1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Explorer |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 4016 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 100.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 85 L |