1985 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1975 Morris Marina
To start off, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Morris Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Morris Marina 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 300 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 660 kg more than 1975 Morris Marina. 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 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari Testarossa | 1975 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Ferrari | Morris |
| Model | Testarossa | Marina |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2440 mm |
