1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1997 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1997 Toyota Previa is newer by 11 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 258 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Previa weights approximately 120 kg more than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa.
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, 1997 Toyota Previa, 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 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 1997 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | Testarossa | Previa |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |
