1989 Ferrari Mythos vs. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mythos is newer by 1 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 9 more horse power than 1989 Ferrari Mythos. (376 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1989 Ferrari Mythos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 280 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Mythos. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari Mythos. (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari Mythos.
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1989 Ferrari Mythos | 1988 Ferrari Testarossa | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | Mythos | Testarossa |
Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4943 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2560 mm |