2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 1984 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (386 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac SRX.
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, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (490 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (254 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac SRX. 2009 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 1984 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1984 Ferrari Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 1984 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | SRX | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 386 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
