1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1994 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1994 Ford Tempo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tempo. (134 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Tempo weights approximately 515 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1959 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 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo, 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, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tempo. (203 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1994 Ford Tempo | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Tempo |
Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2540 mm |