1988 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1977 Rover 2600
To start off, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Rover 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Rover 2600 would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1977 Rover 2600. (136 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1977 Rover 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 182 kg more than 1977 Rover 2600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Rover 2600. (206 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Rover 2600. 1977 Rover 2600 has automatic transmission and 1988 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Rover 2600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari Testarossa | 1977 Rover 2600 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rover |
| Model | Testarossa | 2600 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1348 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2820 mm |
