1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (206 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 91.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95 mm |
| 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 | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 74 L |
