1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (390 HP) has 105 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (285 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (475 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (376 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Camaro | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4295 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 390 HP |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2560 mm |
