1985 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 911. (226 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 685 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911. 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, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 911. (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ferrari Testarossa | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | Testarossa | 911 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2270 mm |