2008 Dodge Nitro vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 2008 Dodge Nitro is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 560 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Because 2008 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (300 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Nitro | 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Nitro | 250 Testarossa |
Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 140 L |