1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1979 Porsche 924
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 924 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 177 more horse power than 1979 Porsche 924. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1979 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 406 kg more than 1979 Porsche 924. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Porsche 924. (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 1979 Porsche 924 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | Testarossa | 924 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1179 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |