1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1969 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. 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 351 more horse power than 1969 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1969 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 780 kg more than 1969 Volkswagen 1302. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 1969 Volkswagen 1302 | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | Testarossa | 1302 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |