1988 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2004 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestyle is newer by 16 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 182 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 335 kg more than 1988 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 2004 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestyle will offer significantly more control. 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari Testarossa | 2004 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Testarossa | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2870 mm |
