1988 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2008 GMC Savana
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 20 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 106 more horse power than 2008 GMC Savana. (279 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 556 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Savana. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Savana. 2008 GMC Savana 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. 2008 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1988 Ferrari Testarossa | 2008 GMC Savana | |
Make | Ferrari | GMC |
Model | Testarossa | Savana |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3440 mm |