1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD 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 1979 Ford LTD. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 25 kg more than 1979 Ford LTD. 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD. 1979 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 1986 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 1979 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Testarossa | LTD |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2910 mm |
