2009 Acura RDX vs. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 2009 Acura RDX is newer by 19 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 148 more horse power than 2009 Acura RDX. (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura RDX weights approximately 199 kg more than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 2009 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura RDX will offer significantly more control. 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RDX. (260 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RDX. 2009 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 1990 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Acura RDX | 1990 Ferrari Testarossa | |
Make | Acura | Ferrari |
Model | RDX | Testarossa |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2297 cc | 4943 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |