1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2007 Honda CR-V

To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 48 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 882 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.

Because 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 2007 Honda CR-V
Make Ferrari Honda
Model 500 Testarossa CR-V
Year Released 1959 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1983 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 187 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 205 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 680 kg 1562 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 58 L