1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 12 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 271 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 290 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera 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, 1999 Opel Frontera 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | Testarossa | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
