1988 Audi 90 vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 1988 Audi 90 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1988 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi 90 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Because 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi 90, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (300 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi 90. (172 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Audi 90 | 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | 90 | 250 Testarossa |
Year Released | 1988 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |