1988 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1999 Honda Life
To start off, 1999 Honda Life is newer by 11 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 338 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 740 kg more than 1999 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari Testarossa | 1999 Honda Life | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | Testarossa | Life |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |
