1996 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 320 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1987 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Caprice | 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Caprice | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 4943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2560 mm |
