1989 Buick Reatta vs. 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1989 Buick Reatta is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Reatta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1989 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Reatta weights approximately 852 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1961 Ferrari 500 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 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Buick Reatta, 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, 1989 Buick Reatta (285 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm). This means 1989 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Reatta | 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Buick | Ferrari |
| Model | Reatta | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 88 L |
