1968 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvair 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 288 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 366 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. 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 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. (182 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvair | 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvair | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2375 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |
