2004 BMW 118 vs. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 2004 BMW 118 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2004 BMW 118. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 115 kg more than 2004 BMW 118. 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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (475 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 118. (280 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 118 | 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 118 | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.2:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
