2004 Dodge Stratus vs. 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 2004 Dodge Stratus is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (147 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Stratus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 706 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1957 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 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Stratus, 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, 2004 Dodge Stratus (214 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Stratus | 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Stratus | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 88 L |
