2007 Dodge Magnum vs. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 2007 Dodge Magnum is newer by 21 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Magnum (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. (385 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 167 kg more than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. 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, 2007 Dodge Magnum (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. 2007 Dodge Magnum has automatic transmission and 1986 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Magnum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Dodge Magnum | 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Magnum | Testarossa |
Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6059 cc | 4943 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2560 mm |