1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1977 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Falcon 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 256 more horse power than 1977 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 205 kg more than 1977 Ford Falcon. 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 1977 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Testarossa | Falcon |
Year Released | 1986 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 3273 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 263 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |