2009 Audi Q5 vs. 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 50 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q5. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q5 weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 2009 Audi Q5 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, 2009 Audi Q5 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, 2009 Audi Q5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
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2009 Audi Q5 | 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | Q5 | 500 Testarossa |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 88 L |