1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina 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 312 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 471 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. 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 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Testarossa | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
