2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 51 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1271 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Because 2009 Cadillac SRX 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, 2009 Cadillac SRX 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 Cadillac SRX (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (300 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. 2009 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa has manual transmission. 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Cadillac SRX | 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | SRX | 250 Testarossa |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 58.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2071 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 140 L |