1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1964 Fiat Berline
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 230 kg more than 1964 Fiat Berline. 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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (475 Nm) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 1964 Fiat Berline | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | Testarossa | Berline |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
