1984 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2006 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT 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 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. (386 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 126 kg more than 2006 Porsche Carrera GT.
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, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. (490 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari Testarossa | 2006 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | Testarossa | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 386 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 92 L |
