1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1988 Honda Legend

To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari Testarossa 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 215 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 80 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (232 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Ferrari Testarossa 1988 Honda Legend
Make Ferrari Honda
Model Testarossa Legend
Year Released 1986 1988
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4941 cc 2675 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 390 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 475 Nm 232 Nm
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 75 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1420 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2720 mm


 

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