1992 BMW 320 vs. 1985 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1992 BMW 320 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1992 BMW 320. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 205 kg more than 1992 BMW 320. 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, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 320 | 1985 Ferrari Testarossa | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | 320 | Testarossa |
Year Released | 1992 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |