1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 47 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 2,261 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 2006 Ford Escape 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, 2006 Ford Escape 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, 2006 Ford Escape (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape 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 | 2006 Ford Escape | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Escape |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2261 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 62 L |