1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2006 Ford Galaxy

To start off, 2006 Ford Galaxy is newer by 19 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 242 more horse power than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 195 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, 2006 Ford Galaxy, 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 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Galaxy.

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1987 Ferrari Testarossa 2006 Ford Galaxy
Make Ferrari Ford
Model Testarossa Galaxy
Year Released 1987 2006
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4943 cc 2295 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 385 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 203 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1725 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1140 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2840 mm