1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2008 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Actyon 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 1096 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 2008 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2008 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Actyon 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 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Ferrari | SsangYong |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |
