1999 Chevrolet Express vs. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Express is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 749 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Express. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Express. 1999 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1988 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Express | 1988 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Express | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2334 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2560 mm |
