1967 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 6,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle. (375 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 100 kg more than 1986 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, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle (563 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. (475 Nm). This means 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Chevelle | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6478 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
