1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 45 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (144 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 502 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, 2004 Ford Focus, 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) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (202 Nm). This means 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Focus |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 53 L |
