1992 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 499 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1960 Ferrari 500 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 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier, 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, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (206 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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1992 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Cavalier | 500 Testarossa |
Year Released | 1992 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2187 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2260 mm |