1987 Audi Coupe vs. 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1987 Audi Coupe is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1987 Audi Coupe. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 500 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 300 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1961 Ferrari 500 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 1961 Ferrari 500 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, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi Coupe. (158 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi Coupe | 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | Coupe | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2260 mm |
