1990 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1970 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1970 Opel Rekord. (66 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 465 kg more than 1970 Opel Rekord. 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, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Rekord. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari Testarossa | 1970 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Ferrari | Opel |
| Model | Testarossa | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
