1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 15 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. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 486 kg more than 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1.
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, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | Testarossa | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |