1990 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa

To start off, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 385 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 55 kg more than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa.

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, both vehicles can yield 500 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

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1990 Ferrari Testarossa 1986 Ferrari Testarossa
Make Ferrari Ferrari
Model Testarossa Testarossa
Year Released 1990 1986
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Middle Middle
Engine Size 4942 cc 4943 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 385 HP 385 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 500 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1585 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1140 mm 1140 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2560 mm


 

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