1988 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, 2001 Porsche 996 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 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 68 more horse power than 2001 Porsche 996. (317 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 105 kg more than 2001 Porsche 996. 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, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari Testarossa | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | Testarossa | 996 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2360 mm |