1999 Dodge Durango vs. 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1999 Dodge Durango is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1291 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Durango 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, 1999 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Durango | 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Durango | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2260 mm |
