1984 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (386 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 341 kg more than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (490 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari Testarossa | 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Testarossa | Galant |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 386 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
