1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2003 Renault Clio
To start off, 2003 Renault Clio is newer by 16 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 134 more horse power than 2003 Renault Clio. (251 HP @ 7150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Clio.
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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 2003 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | Testarossa | Clio |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4650 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2850 mm |
