1985 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2010 Audi S5
To start off, 2010 Audi S5 is newer by 25 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 31 more horse power than 2010 Audi S5. (354 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi S5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S5 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1985 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 2010 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ferrari Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 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, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi S5. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi S5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari Testarossa | 2010 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | Testarossa | S5 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2751 mm |
