1990 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, both 1990 Ferrari Testarossa and 1990 Mercury Tracer were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 297 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 535 kg more than 1990 Mercury Tracer. 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, 1990 Mercury Tracer, 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 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari Testarossa | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercury |
Model | Testarossa | Tracer |
Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |