1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1968 Reliant Regal
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Reliant Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Reliant Regal would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1968 Reliant Regal. (29 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1968 Reliant Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1968 Reliant Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (475 Nm) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Reliant Regal. (46 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Reliant Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 1968 Reliant Regal | |
Make | Ferrari | Reliant |
Model | Testarossa | Regal |
Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 46 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 60.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 7.5:1 |
Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 1940 mm |