1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 26 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (360 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1205 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
Model | Testarossa | Silverado |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 6580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 4250 mm |