2002 Ferrari 360 vs. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 360 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, 2002 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. (385 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 190 kg more than 2002 Ferrari 360.
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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ferrari 360 | 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | |
Make | Ferrari | Ferrari |
Model | 360 | Testarossa |
Year Released | 2002 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3573 cc | 4943 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1340 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |