1990 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1984 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1984 Holden Statesman. (169 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Statesman weights approximately 190 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Statesman. (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Statesman. 1984 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1990 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari Testarossa | 1984 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | Testarossa | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2900 mm |
