1984 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1994 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1994 Ford Tempo is newer by 10 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 252 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tempo. (134 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 311 kg more than 1994 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Ferrari Testarossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tempo. (203 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tempo. 1994 Ford Tempo has automatic transmission and 1984 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1984 Ferrari Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Ford Tempo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Ferrari Testarossa | 1994 Ford Tempo | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Testarossa | Tempo |
Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 386 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2540 mm |