1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2004 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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 191 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (194 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 110 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma 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, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Tacoma. (280 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 2004 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | Testarossa | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3100 mm |
