1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 8 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 240 more horse power than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 165 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 1987 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 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport, 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, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
| Model | Testarossa | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2790 mm |
