2009 Dodge Durango vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (296 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 891 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. 2009 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Durango | 250 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4699 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 140 L |
