1985 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2010 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2010 Lotus Elise 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, 2010 Lotus Elise (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari Testarossa. (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Elise weights approximately 296 kg more than 1985 Ferrari Testarossa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lotus Elise. (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lotus Elise. 2010 Lotus Elise 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. 2010 Lotus Elise will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari Testarossa | 2010 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lotus |
| Model | Testarossa | Elise |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2941 mm |
