1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1997 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 1997 Ford Galaxy is newer by 38 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1997 Ford Galaxy. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 999 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, 1997 Ford Galaxy, 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Galaxy. (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1997 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Galaxy |
Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1679 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |