2004 Acura MDX vs. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Acura MDX. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 434 kg more than 1988 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 2004 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 1988 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Acura | Ferrari |
| Model | MDX | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
