1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1983 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Talbot Tagora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Talbot Tagora 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 276 more horse power than 1983 Talbot Tagora. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1983 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 245 kg more than 1983 Talbot Tagora. 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 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Talbot Tagora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 1983 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Ferrari | Talbot |
| Model | Testarossa | Tagora |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2820 mm |
