1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 1950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Defender.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
| Model | Testarossa | Defender |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |
