1988 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2005 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2005 Holden Monaro is newer by 17 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 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2005 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Monaro weights approximately 72 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Monaro. (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Monaro. 2005 Holden Monaro 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. 2005 Holden Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari Testarossa | 2005 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | Testarossa | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2800 mm |
