1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1997 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1997 Mazda MPV is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari Testarossa 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 239 more horse power than 1997 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda MPV weights approximately 192 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa.
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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda MPV. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 1997 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | Testarossa | MPV |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2850 mm |
