1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 24 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 221 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (169 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 115 kg more than 2010 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (210 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | Testarossa | 120 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 210 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 12.0:1 |
Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |