1988 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1988 Buick Century
To start off, both 1988 Ferrari Testarossa and 1988 Buick Century were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP) has 235 more horse power than 1988 Buick Century. (150 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Century.
Because 1988 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 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Buick Century, 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, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Century. (270 Nm). This means 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Century. 1988 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1988 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari Testarossa | 1988 Buick Century | |
| Make | Ferrari | Buick |
| Model | Testarossa | Century |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2662 mm |
