1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1971 Oldsmobile 442
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile 442. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile 442 would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile 442 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile 442. (260 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile 442. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile 442 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1986 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, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 (502 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile 442 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. 1971 Oldsmobile 442 has automatic transmission and 1986 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Oldsmobile 442 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 1971 Oldsmobile 442 | |
Make | Ferrari | Oldsmobile |
Model | Testarossa | 442 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 7467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 502 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2850 mm |