1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2012 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2012 Toyota Highlander is newer by 25 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 105 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Highlander. (280 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 570 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 2012 Toyota Highlander 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, 2012 Toyota Highlander 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.
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1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 2012 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | Testarossa | Highlander |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2789 mm |