1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 800 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon 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, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1950 Jeep Station Wagon | |
Make | Ferrari | Jeep |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Station Wagon |
Year Released | 1961 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2650 mm |