1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 19 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 140 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (245 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 56 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Honda Accord, 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord. 2006 Honda Accord 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. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ferrari | Honda |
Model | Testarossa | Accord |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |