1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1967 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Corsair would be higher. 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 326 more horse power than 1967 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 700 kg more than 1967 Ford Corsair. 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 (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 1967 Ford Corsair | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Testarossa | Corsair |
Year Released | 1986 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |