1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 17 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 153 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (232 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 777 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) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Expedition. (395 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Expedition. 2004 Ford Expedition 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. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Testarossa | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2367 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3030 mm |
