1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 25 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 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, 2011 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa.
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1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 2011 Audi R8 | |
Make | Ferrari | Audi |
Model | Testarossa | R8 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 525 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1245 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2649 mm |