1989 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 1990 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari Testarossa 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) has 135 more horse power than 1990 Porsche 911. (250 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1990 Porsche 911.
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) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 911. (309 Nm). This means 1989 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Testarossa | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
| Model | Testarossa | 911 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2280 mm |
