1985 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari Testarossa. (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 160 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari Testarossa. (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari Testarossa | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | Testarossa | 911 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 473 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2360 mm |
