2005 Acura MDX vs. 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 46 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 1366 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX 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, 2005 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Acura | Ferrari |
| Model | MDX | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 88 L |
