1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2010 Audi S6
To start off, 2010 Audi S6 is newer by 23 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S6 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi S6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S6 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, 2010 Audi S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. 2010 Audi S6 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. 2010 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 2010 Audi S6 | |
Make | Ferrari | Audi |
Model | Testarossa | S6 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2847 mm |