2009 Audi R8 vs. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 23 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. (390 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 80 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.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. (475 Nm). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa.
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2009 Audi R8 | 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | |
Make | Audi | Ferrari |
Model | R8 | Testarossa |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 475 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |