1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1947 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 780 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1947 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1947 Jeep Station Wagon 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, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1947 Jeep Station Wagon | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jeep |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Station Wagon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2650 mm |
