1985 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2012 Nissan NV

To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 27 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 124 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NV. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1985 Ferrari Testarossa.

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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NV. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NV. 2012 Nissan NV 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. 2012 Nissan NV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Ferrari Testarossa 2012 Nissan NV
Make Ferrari Nissan
Model Testarossa NV
Year Released 1985 2012
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4941 cc 4000 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 385 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 381 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed automatic
Vehicle Weight 1585 kg 2655 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 6111 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 2029 mm
Vehicle Height 1140 mm 2131 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 3711 mm


 

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