1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2009 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2009 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 22 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, 2009 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 240 kg more than 2009 Ascari KZ1.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 2009 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ascari |
| Model | Testarossa | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2636 mm |
