1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2002 Ford Tonka
To start off, 2002 Ford Tonka is newer by 43 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Tonka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2002 Ford Tonka. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Tonka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Tonka weights approximately 622 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 2002 Ford Tonka 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, 2002 Ford Tonka 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, 2002 Ford Tonka (814 Nm) has 609 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2002 Ford Tonka | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Tonka |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 814 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 6150 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 4200 mm |
