1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 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 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 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 F-250 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 F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 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 F-250 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 500 Testarossa | F-250 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 4198 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 114 L |