1990 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari Testarossa 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 210 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 60 kg more than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 1990 Ferrari Testarossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra.
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1990 Ferrari Testarossa | 2003 Vauxhall Vectra | |
Make | Ferrari | Vauxhall |
Model | Testarossa | Vectra |
Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1510 mm |