1984 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1999 Honda Civic
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 15 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 282 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 206 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic. 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, 1999 Honda Civic, 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari Testarossa | 1999 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | Testarossa | Civic |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 386 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
