1985 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Express. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1176 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari Testarossa. (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari Testarossa. 2011 Chevrolet Express 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. 2011 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1985 Ferrari Testarossa | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
Model | Testarossa | Express |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2761 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3429 mm |