1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2009 Kia Borrego

To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 49 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 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 951 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (206 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego 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 2009 Kia Borrego
Make Ferrari Kia
Model 500 Testarossa Borrego
Year Released 1960 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1985 cc 4627 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 187 HP 337 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 206 Nm 438 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 680 kg 1631 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2900 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 78 L


 

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