1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (154 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 745 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape 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.
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1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 2005 Ford Escape | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 250 Testarossa | Escape |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 62 L |