1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1999 Opel Omega

To start off, 1999 Opel Omega 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 260 more horse power than 1999 Opel Omega. (125 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 180 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa.

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 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Omega. (241 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Omega.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Ferrari Testarossa 1999 Opel Omega
Make Ferrari Opel
Model Testarossa Omega
Year Released 1987 1999
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4943 cc 2597 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 385 HP 125 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4300 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 241 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1710 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1140 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2740 mm


 

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