1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1959 Ford Galaxie
To start off, both 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa and 1959 Ford Galaxie were released in the same year (1959). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,764 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Ford Galaxie is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1959 Ford Galaxie | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Galaxie |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 5764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1845 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3000 mm |
