1990 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2005 Saleen S7
To start off, 2005 Saleen S7 is newer by 15 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 338 kg more than 2005 Saleen S7.
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, 2005 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari Testarossa | 2005 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Saleen |
| Model | Testarossa | S7 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| 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 | 1585 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2692 mm |
