1990 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2001 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 11 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 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. 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) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ferrari 360. (375 Nm). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari Testarossa | 2001 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
| Model | Testarossa | 360 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
