1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste

To start off, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 600 kg more than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste. 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste has automatic transmission and 1987 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Ferrari Testarossa 1975 Mitsubishi Celeste
Make Ferrari Mitsubishi
Model Testarossa Celeste
Year Released 1987 1975
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4943 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 385 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 131 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 930 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1140 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2350 mm


 

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