1984 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2005 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2005 Lincoln LS is newer by 21 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) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln LS. (280 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln LS weights approximately 205 kg more than 1984 Ferrari Testarossa.
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) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln LS. (388 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari Testarossa | 2005 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lincoln |
| Model | Testarossa | LS |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3931 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 386 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1711 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 68 L |
