1998 Buick Signia vs. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1998 Buick Signia is newer by 11 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 147 more horse power than 1998 Buick Signia. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Signia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Signia weights approximately 150 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 1987 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 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia, 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, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Signia. (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Signia. 1998 Buick Signia 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. 1998 Buick Signia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Buick Signia | 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Signia | Testarossa |
Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 4943 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2560 mm |