1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2007 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2007 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 46 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Isuzu Ascender (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 2007 Isuzu Ascender 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, 2007 Isuzu Ascender 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, 2007 Isuzu Ascender (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Isuzu Ascender 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 | 2007 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Ferrari | Isuzu |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Ascender |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 82 L |
