1984 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 28 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 120 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (266 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 15 kg more than 1984 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Golf.
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1984 Ferrari Testarossa | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | Testarossa | Golf |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 386 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1521 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 55 L |