1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2012 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 54 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. (165 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 740 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, 2012 Hyundai Tucson, 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, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. (198 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Tucson.
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1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2012 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Ferrari | Hyundai |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Tucson |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1424 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1656 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 58 L |