1984 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2009 SSC Aero
To start off, 2009 SSC Aero is newer by 25 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 676 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. (386 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 213 kg more than 2009 SSC Aero.
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, 2009 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 867 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. (490 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari Testarossa | 2009 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Ferrari | SSC |
| Model | Testarossa | Aero |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 386 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 380 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1090 mm |
