1990 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2008 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta is newer by 18 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 478 kg more than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2008 Ford Fiesta, 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 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
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1990 Ferrari Testarossa | 2008 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Testarossa | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 500 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2490 mm |