1988 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2002 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 14 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 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2002 Morgan Aero 8. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2002 Morgan Aero 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 585 kg more than 2002 Morgan Aero 8. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Morgan Aero 8. (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Morgan Aero 8.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari Testarossa | 2002 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Ferrari | Morgan |
Model | Testarossa | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 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 | 1585 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |