1989 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 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 89 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 993. (296 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 110 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (355 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari Testarossa | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | Testarossa | 993 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 3746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2280 mm |