1988 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2005 TVR T 350
To start off, 2005 TVR T 350 is newer by 17 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 40 more horse power than 2005 TVR T 350. (345 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2005 TVR T 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 300 kg more than 2005 TVR T 350. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 TVR T 350. (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 TVR T 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari Testarossa | 2005 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Ferrari | TVR |
| Model | Testarossa | T 350 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2290 mm |
