1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2004 Ford GT
To start off, 2004 Ford GT is newer by 18 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 65 kg more than 2004 Ford GT.
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, 2004 Ford GT (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 2004 Ford GT | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Testarossa | GT |
Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 494 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 679 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |