1964 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 871 kg more than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite.
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1964 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Ferrari |
Model | Sprite | Testarossa |
Year Released | 1964 | 1986 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4943 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2560 mm |