1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 50 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Toyota RAV4. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 394 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 2009 Toyota RAV4 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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 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 | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | 500 Testarossa | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
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 | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |