2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 49 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 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 2007 Dodge Nitro 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, 2007 Dodge Nitro 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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Nitro | 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Nitro | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3698 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 88 L |
