1988 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 23 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 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2011 BMW X6. (304 HP @ 440 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1988 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 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, 2011 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. 2011 BMW X6 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. 2011 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari Testarossa | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Ferrari | BMW |
| Model | Testarossa | X6 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2933 mm |
