1988 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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 203 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 528 kg more than 1988 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari Testarossa | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ferrari | Land Rover |
| Model | Testarossa | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |
