1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2005 Honda Legend
To start off, 2005 Honda Legend is newer by 18 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 89 more horse power than 2005 Honda Legend. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Legend weights approximately 234 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Legend. (303 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Legend. 2005 Honda Legend 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. 2005 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 2005 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | Testarossa | Legend |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 303 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2920 mm |
