1988 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2001 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2001 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 13 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 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 115 kg more than 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari Testarossa | 2001 Ferrari Maranello | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | Testarossa | Maranello |
Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 5473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 478 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 568 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |