1990 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2009 Ford Flex

To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 19 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 123 more horse power than 2009 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 619 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex. 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, 2009 Ford Flex, 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Flex. 2009 Ford Flex 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. 2009 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Ferrari Testarossa 2009 Ford Flex
Make Ferrari Ford
Model Testarossa Flex
Year Released 1990 2009
Body Type Coupe Crossover
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4943 cc 3494 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 385 HP 262 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 336 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1585 kg 966 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 5130 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1140 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 3000 mm


 

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