1990 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1989 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1989 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 285 kg more than 1989 Mazda RX-7. 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, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda RX-7. (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari Testarossa | 1989 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mazda |
| Model | Testarossa | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2430 mm |
