1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 26 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 18 more horse power than 2013 Audi A8. (367 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 494 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 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) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A8. (445 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Audi |
| Model | Testarossa | A8 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2992 mm |
