1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Armada. (305 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 869 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 2004 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. (500 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | Testarossa | Armada |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3160 mm |
