1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1976 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (475 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Pontiac Trans Am. (434 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Pontiac Trans Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 1976 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
| Model | Testarossa | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 6556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
