1984 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 28 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 248 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze, 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 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
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1984 Ferrari Testarossa | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
Model | Testarossa | Cruze |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 386 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4597 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 59 L |