1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue 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 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Vue. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Because 1960 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 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Saturn Vue (227 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (206 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Vue 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 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Ferrari | Saturn |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Vue |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |
