1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 267 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 184 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla, 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 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (157 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
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1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | Testarossa | Corolla |
Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 157 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |