2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 18 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 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 240 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
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, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1990 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | Z4 | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |
