1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2006 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2006 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 106 L |
