1986 Audi 100 vs. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, both 1986 Audi 100 and 1986 Ferrari Testarossa were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 475 kg more than 1986 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Audi 100, 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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | 100 | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2560 mm |
