1989 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1996 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 7 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, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1989 Ferrari Testarossa. (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1989 Ferrari Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 75 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 512 M.
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, both vehicles can yield 500 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Testarossa | 1996 Ferrari 512 M | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | Testarossa | 512 M |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 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 | 1530 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2560 mm |
