1988 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2000 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2000 Toyota Avalon is newer by 12 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 105 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Avalon. (280 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 10 kg more than 1988 Ferrari Testarossa.
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, 2000 Toyota Avalon, 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avalon. (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avalon. 2000 Toyota Avalon 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. 2000 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari Testarossa | 2000 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
| Model | Testarossa | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
