1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1992 GMC Typhoon

To start off, 1992 GMC Typhoon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari Testarossa 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 103 more horse power than 1992 GMC Typhoon. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1992 GMC Typhoon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 145 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa.

Because 1992 GMC Typhoon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 GMC Typhoon will offer significantly more control. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 GMC Typhoon. (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 GMC Typhoon. 1992 GMC Typhoon 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. 1992 GMC Typhoon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1987 Ferrari Testarossa 1992 GMC Typhoon
Make Ferrari GMC
Model Testarossa Typhoon
Year Released 1987 1992
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4943 cc 4300 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 385 HP 282 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 474 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1590 kg 1735 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4330 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1140 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2560 mm