1972 Chevrolet DeVille vs. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet DeVille would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet DeVille weights approximately 154 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. (495 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet DeVille | 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | DeVille | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 4943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2560 mm |
