1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2008 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2008 Saturn Vue 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Vue. (169 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Vue weights approximately 1055 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 Saturn Vue, 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 Saturn Vue (219 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Vue 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 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Ferrari | Saturn |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Vue |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 72 L |
