1985 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1985 Holden Drover

To start off, both 1985 Ferrari Testarossa and 1985 Holden Drover were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 675 kg more than 1985 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1985 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ferrari Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Holden Drover 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, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Ferrari Testarossa 1985 Holden Drover
Make Ferrari Holden
Model Testarossa Drover
Year Released 1985 1985
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4941 cc 1324 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 385 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 100 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1585 kg 910 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 3450 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1470 mm
Vehicle Height 1140 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2040 mm


 

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