1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2009 BMW 650
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 23 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 28 more horse power than 2009 BMW 650. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 650. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa.
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, 2009 BMW 650 (490 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. (475 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. 2009 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 1986 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 2009 BMW 650 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | Testarossa | 650 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2790 mm |
