1988 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari Testarossa 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 177 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 24 kg more than 1988 Ferrari Testarossa.
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, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix, 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. (291 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari Testarossa | 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Ferrari | Pontiac |
| Model | Testarossa | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2790 mm |
