1999 Audi R8 vs. 1989 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1999 Audi R8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1989 Ferrari Testarossa. (385 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ferrari Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 1528 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
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, 1999 Audi R8 (705 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari Testarossa. (500 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari Testarossa. 1999 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1989 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1989 Ferrari Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8 | 1989 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | R8 | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 4943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1140 mm |
