1984 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1999 Venturi 400

To start off, 1999 Venturi 400 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, 1999 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. (386 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 356 kg more than 1999 Venturi 400.

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, 1999 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. (490 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari Testarossa.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Ferrari Testarossa 1999 Venturi 400
Make Ferrari Venturi
Model Testarossa 400
Year Released 1984 1999
Engine Position Middle Middle
Engine Size 4942 cc 2975 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 386 HP 395 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 520 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1506 kg 1150 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1140 mm 1170 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2500 mm


 

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