1987 Dodge Daytona vs. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Dodge Daytona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Dodge Daytona would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1987 Dodge Daytona. (172 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1987 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 365 kg more than 1987 Dodge Daytona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Daytona, 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, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Dodge Daytona. (271 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Daytona | 1990 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Daytona | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 4943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2560 mm |
