1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2005 Opel Omega
To start off, 2005 Opel Omega is newer by 19 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 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2005 Opel Omega. (178 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Omega weights approximately 185 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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Omega. (240 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Omega. 2005 Opel Omega 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. 2005 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 2005 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | Testarossa | Omega |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
