2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 701 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 2009 Dodge Caliber is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber 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, 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 1958 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Caliber | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 88 L |
