1989 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2001 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari Testarossa 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 170 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 105 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Omega. 2001 Vauxhall Omega has automatic transmission and 1989 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1989 Ferrari Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Vauxhall Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Testarossa | 2001 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Ferrari | Vauxhall |
| Model | Testarossa | Omega |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2740 mm |
