1988 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1991 Honda Accord
To start off, 1991 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1991 Honda Accord. (176 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 155 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Ferrari 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 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord, 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, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (230 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari Testarossa | 1991 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | Testarossa | Accord |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2449 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |
