1990 Dodge Caravan vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 1990 Dodge Caravan is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 775 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Because 1958 Ferrari 250 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 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Caravan, 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (300 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Caravan. (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Dodge Caravan | 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Caravan | 250 Testarossa |
Year Released | 1990 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |