1985 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1993 Toyota Carina is newer by 8 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, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 450 kg more than 1993 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari Testarossa | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | Testarossa | Carina |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
