1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 39 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 2,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 1025 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, 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager, 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, 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager (227 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
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1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
Model | Grand Voyager | 500 Testarossa |
Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2428 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 227 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2260 mm |