1987 Audi Coupe vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 1987 Audi Coupe is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1987 Audi Coupe. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Audi Coupe weights approximately 180 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Because 1958 Ferrari 250 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 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Audi Coupe, 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (300 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi Coupe. (158 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi Coupe | 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | Coupe | 250 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
