2004 Audi A2 vs. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 2004 Audi A2 is newer by 14 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 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2004 Audi A2. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 515 kg more than 2004 Audi A2. 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, 2004 Audi A2, 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 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A2. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A2 | 1990 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | A2 | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |
