1984 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1969 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (386 HP) has 333 more horse power than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 496 kg more than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. 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, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (490 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari Testarossa | 1969 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
| Model | Testarossa | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 386 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 40 L |
