1987 Audi 200 vs. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa

To start off, both 1987 Audi 200 and 1987 Ferrari Testarossa were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1987 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 110 kg more than 1987 Audi 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Audi 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 200.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Audi 200 1987 Ferrari Testarossa
Make Audi Ferrari
Model 200 Testarossa
Year Released 1987 1987
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2144 cc 4943 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 180 HP 385 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 252 Nm 500 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1480 kg 1590 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1140 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2560 mm


 

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