2002 BMW 318 vs. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 2002 BMW 318 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2002 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 95 kg more than 2002 BMW 318. 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, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 318. 2002 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 1987 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 318 | 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 318 | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
