1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2007 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 49 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 2007 Mazda CX-9 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, 2007 Mazda CX-9 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, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda CX-9 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 | 2007 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 76 L |
