1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1969 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 TVR Tuscan 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 256 more horse power than 1969 TVR Tuscan. (134 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1969 TVR Tuscan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 590 kg more than 1969 TVR Tuscan. 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 TVR Tuscan. (260 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 1969 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | Testarossa | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2290 mm |
