1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 24 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 178 more horse power than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. (401 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159.
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1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
Make | Ferrari | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Testarossa | 159 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |