1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica 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 275 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 335 kg more than 1982 Toyota Celica. 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 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica. 1982 Toyota Celica 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. 1982 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | Testarossa | Celica |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
