1988 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Porsche 911 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 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2002 Porsche 911. (316 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 210 kg more than 2002 Porsche 911. 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, 2002 Porsche 911 (502 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. (500 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari Testarossa | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | Testarossa | 911 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 502 Nm |
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 | 1320 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 |