1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2006 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 20 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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Ferrari F430.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 2006 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | Testarossa | F430 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 483 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
