1990 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2009 Nissan NP300

To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 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 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2009 Nissan NP300. (131 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan NP300.

Because 2009 Nissan NP300 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, 2009 Nissan NP300 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan NP300. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan NP300.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Ferrari Testarossa 2009 Nissan NP300
Make Ferrari Nissan
Model Testarossa NP300
Year Released 1990 2009
Body Type Convertible Pickup
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4942 cc 2486 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 385 HP 131 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 304 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 5180 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1140 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2960 mm


 

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