1990 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 20 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 120 more horse power than 2010 Audi A5. (265 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A5. (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A5. 2010 Audi A5 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. 2010 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Ferrari Testarossa | 2010 Audi A5 | |
Make | Ferrari | Audi |
Model | Testarossa | A5 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4625 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2751 mm |