1989 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1984 Hyundai Stellar
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Hyundai Stellar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Hyundai Stellar would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (73 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 496 kg more than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. 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 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Hyundai Stellar. (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Hyundai Stellar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Testarossa | 1984 Hyundai Stellar | |
| Make | Ferrari | Hyundai |
| Model | Testarossa | Stellar |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
