2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 586 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Captiva 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 Chevrolet Captiva 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 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
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2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Captiva | 500 Testarossa |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2405 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 88 L |