1989 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 148 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. (237 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 154 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 2009 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ferrari Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Tacoma.
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1989 Ferrari Testarossa | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Ferrari | Toyota |
Model | Testarossa | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3250 mm |