1988 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD 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 252 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (133 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 156 kg more than 1988 Ferrari Testarossa.
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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford LTD. (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford LTD. 1979 Ford LTD 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. 1979 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari Testarossa | 1979 Ford LTD | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Testarossa | LTD |
Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2900 mm |