2009 BMW M3 vs. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. (385 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ferrari Testarossa.
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, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1988 Ferrari Testarossa | |
Make | BMW | Ferrari |
Model | M3 | Testarossa |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4943 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |