1984 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2008 Jeep Wrangler

To start off, 2008 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 24 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 184 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 354 kg more than 1984 Ferrari Testarossa.

Because 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Wrangler.

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1984 Ferrari Testarossa 2008 Jeep Wrangler
Make Ferrari Jeep
Model Testarossa Wrangler
Year Released 1984 2008
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4942 cc 3778 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 386 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 321 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 9.7:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1506 kg 1860 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1140 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2950 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 115 L 82 L