1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 49 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 884 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo 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 | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1564 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 59 L |
