1984 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1988 Pontiac Bonneville

To start off, 1988 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari Testarossa 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 236 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville.

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, 1988 Pontiac Bonneville, 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Bonneville.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Ferrari Testarossa 1988 Pontiac Bonneville
Make Ferrari Pontiac
Model Testarossa Bonneville
Year Released 1984 1988
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4942 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 386 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 271 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 96.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 86.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 8.5:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1506 kg 1506 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 5050 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1140 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2820 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 115 L 68 L


 

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