1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2011 Audi S4
To start off, 2011 Audi S4 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 52 more horse power than 2011 Audi S4. (333 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S4 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 2011 Audi S4 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 S4 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 S4. (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 S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 2011 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | Testarossa | S4 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 333 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 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2809 mm |
