1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline

To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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 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 143 more horse power than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 543 kg more than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa.

Because 2011 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (475 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. (247 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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. 2011 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Ferrari Testarossa 2011 Honda Ridgeline
Make Ferrari Honda
Model Testarossa Ridgeline
Year Released 1986 2011
Body Type Convertible Pickup
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4941 cc 3471 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 390 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 475 Nm 247 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.7:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 2043 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 5260 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1980 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 3110 mm


 

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