2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 581 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
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2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Colorado | 500 Testarossa |
Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 88 L |