1984 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 20 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 204 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 552 kg more than 1984 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari Testarossa | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
| Model | Testarossa | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 386 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 2058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
