1988 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1968 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu 117. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 515 kg more than 1968 Isuzu 117. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari Testarossa | 1968 Isuzu 117 | |
Make | Ferrari | Isuzu |
Model | Testarossa | 117 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1818 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |