2006 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 49 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 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox. (186 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Equinox | 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Equinox | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 88 L |
