1989 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1976 Porsche 912
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1976 Porsche 912. (86 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1976 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 444 kg more than 1976 Porsche 912. 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, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 912. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Testarossa | 1976 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | Testarossa | 912 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2280 mm |
