1990 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1995 Porsche 993
To start off, 1995 Porsche 993 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari Testarossa 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 103 more horse power than 1995 Porsche 993. (282 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1995 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 165 kg more than 1995 Porsche 993. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Porsche 993. (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari Testarossa | 1995 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Ferrari | Porsche |
Model | Testarossa | 993 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 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 | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2280 mm |