1984 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera 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 252 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 249 kg more than 1984 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari Testarossa | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | Testarossa | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 386 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
