1985 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 24 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Armada. (317 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 143 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ferrari Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari Testarossa. (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari Testarossa. 2009 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1985 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1985 Ferrari Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 Ferrari Testarossa | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | Testarossa | Armada |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3140 mm |