1988 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2006 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Opel Vectra is newer by 18 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 267 more horse power than 2006 Opel Vectra. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 75 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, 2006 Opel Vectra, 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Vectra. (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari Testarossa | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | Testarossa | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2840 mm |
