1990 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 16 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 50 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. (335 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 267 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton, 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton.
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1990 Ferrari Testarossa | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Ferrari | Volkswagen |
Model | Testarossa | Phaeton |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 4130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3010 mm |