1984 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2008 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2008 Tesla Roadster 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. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (386 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2008 Tesla Roadster. (288 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2008 Tesla Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 271 kg more than 2008 Tesla Roadster. 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) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tesla Roadster. (370 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari Testarossa | 2008 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Ferrari | Tesla |
| Model | Testarossa | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 386 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2352 mm |
