1990 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2002 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 12 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 215 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 405 kg more than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa.
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, 2002 Hyundai Tiburon, 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) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. (255 Nm). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari Testarossa | 2002 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Ferrari | Hyundai |
| Model | Testarossa | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |
