1987 Buick Electra vs. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1987 Buick Electra is newer by 1 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 251 more horse power than 1987 Buick Electra. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 20 kg more than 1987 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Electra. (271 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Electra. 1987 Buick Electra 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. 1987 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Electra | 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Electra | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2560 mm |
