1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT 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 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 185 more horse power than 2010 Audi TT. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 30 kg more than 2010 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi TT 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 TT 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi TT. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 2010 Audi TT | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | Testarossa | TT |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4178 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1351 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2469 mm |
