1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2012 BMW 750
To start off, 2012 BMW 750 is newer by 26 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, 2012 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 750 weights approximately 640 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.
Because 2012 BMW 750 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, 2012 BMW 750 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, 2012 BMW 750 (609 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. (475 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. 2012 BMW 750 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. 2012 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 2012 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | Testarossa | 750 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3070 mm |
