1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace 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 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Renault Espace. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 1166 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace 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 Renault Espace | |
Make | Ferrari | Renault |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Espace |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 83 L |