1988 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1987 Opel Monza
To start off, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Monza would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1987 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 210 kg more than 1987 Opel Monza. 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 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Monza. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari Testarossa | 1987 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | Testarossa | Monza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
