1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 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 57 more horse power than 2011 Audi A5. (328 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 2011 Audi A5 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, 2011 Audi A5 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A5. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | Testarossa | A5 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2751 mm |
