1989 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2000 Toyota Solara is newer by 11 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 198 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Solara. (187 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Solara weights approximately 80 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Testarossa.
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, 2000 Toyota Solara, 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) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Solara. (283 Nm). This means 1989 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ferrari Testarossa | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | Testarossa | Solara |
Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 283 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |