1984 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 22 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 31 more horse power than 2006 Porsche 911. (355 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 51 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ferrari Testarossa | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | Testarossa | 911 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3818 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 386 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 67 L |