1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2001 Toyota Tundra is newer by 14 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 140 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Tundra.

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) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Tundra. (427 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Tundra. 2001 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1987 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Ferrari Testarossa 2001 Toyota Tundra
Make Ferrari Toyota
Model Testarossa Tundra
Year Released 1987 2001
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4943 cc 4700 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 385 HP 245 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 427 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 3 seats
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 5530 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1140 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 3270 mm


 

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