1985 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1988 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1988 Ferrari F40 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari Testarossa. (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 485 kg more than 1988 Ferrari F40.
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, 1988 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari Testarossa. (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ferrari Testarossa | 1988 Ferrari F40 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | Testarossa | F40 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 622 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7700 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 720 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2460 mm |