1988 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 5 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 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 455 kg more than 1993 Rover 200. 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, 1993 Rover 200, 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 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari Testarossa | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Rover |
| Model | Testarossa | 200 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
