1984-1996
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What makes it iconic
The side strakes and wide hips made the Testarossa the defining car of the 1980s — Miami Vice, Wolf of Wall Street, every poster wall.
History
The Testarossa replaced the 512 BBi with a wider, more aerodynamic design. Its side strakes fed air to the rear-mounted radiators and became the most recognizable design element of the decade. The name means 'red head' referring to the red cam covers.
Timeline
1984Debuts at Paris Motor Show with Pininfarina's side strakes that define 1980s automotive design
1985Miami Vice: Sonny Crockett's white Testarossa becomes television's most iconic car, inseparable from the 1980s aesthetic
1996Production ends
Production & Heritage
Production Total7,177
DesignerPininfarina (Leonardo Fioravanti)
Production Period1984-1996
Estimated Value$150K-$300K
Value estimates are editorial assessments based on recent auction results and market trends.
Technical Specifications
Engine4.9L Flat-12 (F113A)
Power390 hp @ 5,750 rpm
Torque490 Nm
0-60 mph5.2 sec
Top Speed290 km/h
Transmission5-speed manual
DrivetrainRWD
Weight1,506 kg
Drag CoefficientCd 0.36
BodyTubular steel chassis, aluminum/steel body by Pininfarina
Engine Details
Engine CodeTipo F113 A flat-12
Displacement4.9L (4,943 cc)
Bore x Stroke82 x 78 mm
Compression9.2
Fuel SystemBosch KE-Jetronic injection
Performance
0-100 km/h5.5 sec
0-60 mph5.2 sec
Top Speed290 km/h
Weight-to-Power3.9 kg/hp
Dimensions
Length4,485 mm
Width1,976 mm
Height1,130 mm
Wheelbase2,550 mm
Chassis & Suspension
Front SuspensionDouble wishbone, coil springs, anti-roll bar
Rear SuspensionDouble wishbone, coil springs, anti-roll bar
Front BrakesVentilated disc, 309 mm
Rear BrakesVentilated disc, 310 mm
SteeringRack-and-pinion, power-assisted
Tires225/50 ZR16
Capacity
Fuel Tank120 L
Trunk VolumeN/A L
Doors2
Seats2
Source: Ferrari / Wikipedia
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