1988 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2003 BMW Z8
To start off, 2003 BMW Z8 is newer by 15 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, 2003 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW Z8 weights approximately 55 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, both vehicles can yield 500 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari Testarossa | 2003 BMW Z8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | Testarossa | Z8 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 4939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 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 | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
