1989 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic 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, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 360 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Ferrari Testarossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Ferrari Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Testarossa | 1996 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | Testarossa | Civic |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |
