2009 Audi TT vs. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 2009 Audi TT 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 135 more horse power than 2009 Audi TT. (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 649 kg more than 2009 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi TT 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 Audi TT 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1990 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Audi | Ferrari |
| Model | TT | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 4943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2560 mm |
