1990 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2009 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2009 Saturn Sky 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 214 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Sky. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Sky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 186 kg more than 2009 Saturn Sky. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Sky. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari Testarossa | 2009 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | Ferrari | Saturn |
| Model | Testarossa | Sky |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
