1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic 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 245 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 462 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 2006 Honda Civic 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, 2006 Honda Civic 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | Testarossa | Civic |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
