1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1981 Porsche 944
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 944 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 240 more horse power than 1981 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1981 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 185 kg more than 1981 Porsche 944. 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 1981 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | Testarossa | 944 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2410 mm |
