1989 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Torana would be higher. At 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (239 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 320 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Testarossa | 1974 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | Testarossa | Torana |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 5044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
