2002 Dodge Caravan vs. 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 2002 Dodge Caravan is newer by 43 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), 2002 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Caravan. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 1070 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, 2002 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, 2002 Dodge Caravan (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Caravan | 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Caravan | 500 Testarossa |
Year Released | 2002 | 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 | 145 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 88 L |