1990 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 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 85 more horse power than 2012 BMW Z4. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW Z4 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa.
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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW Z4. (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ferrari Testarossa | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Ferrari | BMW |
Model | Testarossa | Z4 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2497 mm |