1990 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2002 Toyota Caldina

To start off, 2002 Toyota Caldina 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 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Caldina. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 45 kg more than 2002 Toyota Caldina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina will offer significantly more control. 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Caldina. (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Caldina. 2002 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 1990 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Ferrari Testarossa 2002 Toyota Caldina
Make Ferrari Toyota
Model Testarossa Caldina
Year Released 1990 2002
Body Type Convertible Station Wagon
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4942 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 385 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 324 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1485 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1140 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2710 mm


 

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