1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom (448 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa.
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 Rolls-Royce Phantom (531 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Testarossa | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3580 mm |
