2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa

To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. (261 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 675 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Chevrolet Tahoe 1986 Ferrari Testarossa
Make Chevrolet Ferrari
Model Tahoe Testarossa
Year Released 2000 1986
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4807 cc 4943 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 261 HP 385 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 393 Nm 500 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 6 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2260 kg 1585 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1140 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2560 mm


 

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