1990 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1972 Honda 1300
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1972 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 635 kg more than 1972 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda 1300, 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, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari Testarossa | 1972 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Honda |
| Model | Testarossa | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1298 cc |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2200 mm |
