1985 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 350 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1985 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1985 Ferrari Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari Testarossa | 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Ferrari | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Testarossa | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3230 mm |
