1985 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex is newer by 28 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 104 more horse power than 2013 Ford Flex. (281 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Flex weights approximately 443 kg more than 1985 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 1985 Ferrari Testarossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Ferrari Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Flex. (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Flex. 2013 Ford Flex 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. 2013 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 Ferrari Testarossa | 2013 Ford Flex | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Testarossa | Flex |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2256 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1726 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2994 mm |