1984 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 15 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 199 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (187 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 294 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (490 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1984 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1984 Ferrari Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Ferrari Testarossa 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Ferrari Jeep
Model Testarossa Grand Cherokee
Year Released 1984 1999
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4942 cc 3955 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 386 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 295 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3050 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 98.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 86.6 mm
Top Speed 275 km/hour 180 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1506 kg 1800 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1140 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 115 L 87 L


 

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