1987 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2009 GMC Savana
To start off, 2009 GMC Savana is newer by 22 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 193 more horse power than 2009 GMC Savana. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 1020 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Savana. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Savana. 2009 GMC Savana 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. 2009 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | 2009 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | Testarossa | Savana |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2550 kg |
