1994 Dodge Spirit vs. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1994 Dodge Spirit is newer by 4 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 285 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Spirit. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 270 kg more than 1994 Dodge Spirit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Spirit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Spirit. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Spirit | 1990 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Spirit | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
