1989 Audi 90 vs. 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1989 Audi 90 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,993 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1989 Audi 90. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 90 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1989 Audi 90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 90 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, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (206 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 90. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 90 | 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | 90 | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2260 mm |
