1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser

To start off, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 515 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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (475 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. (406 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser 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. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Ferrari Testarossa 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
Make Ferrari Oldsmobile
Model Testarossa Custom Cruiser
Year Released 1986 1993
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4941 cc 5733 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 390 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 475 Nm 406 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 2015 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 5530 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 2030 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2950 mm


 

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