1988 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 20 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Titan. (317 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Titan.
Because 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. 2008 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1988 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1988 Ferrari Testarossa | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | Testarossa | Titan |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3560 mm |