2008 BMW 316 vs. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 21 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, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2008 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 155 kg more than 2008 BMW 316. 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, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 316. (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 316 | 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 316 | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
