1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2010 BMW M6
To start off, 2010 BMW M6 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 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M6 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. 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, 2010 BMW M6 (519 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. (475 Nm). This means 2010 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 2010 BMW M6 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | Testarossa | M6 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 519 Nm |
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 | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4872 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1854 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2781 mm |