1990 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 22 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 208 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 190 kg more than 2012 BMW 118. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari Testarossa | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | Testarossa | 118 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |