1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2007 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 20 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 525 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 2007 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
| Model | Testarossa | Defender |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2800 mm |
