1984 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1986 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1986 Renault Alpine is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari Testarossa 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 @ 6300 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1986 Renault Alpine. (200 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 324 kg more than 1986 Renault Alpine. 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Alpine. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari Testarossa | 1986 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | Testarossa | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 386 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 72 L |
