1989 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2009 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 is newer by 20 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 242 more horse power than 2009 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 570 kg more than 2009 Mazda B2300. 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 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Testarossa | 2009 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | Testarossa | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2840 mm |
