1991 Dodge Spirit vs. 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1991 Dodge Spirit is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1991 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1991 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 636 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1959 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 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Dodge Spirit, 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, 1991 Dodge Spirit (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Dodge Spirit | 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Spirit | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2260 mm |
