1984 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1984 Lancia Delta
To start off, both 1984 Ferrari Testarossa and 1984 Lancia Delta were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 256 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Delta. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 506 kg more than 1984 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Ferrari Testarossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Delta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (490 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Delta. (192 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ferrari Testarossa | 1984 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
Model | Testarossa | Delta |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 386 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 71.5 mm |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 59 L |