2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. (269 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 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 760 kg more than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. (450 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 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 | 1990 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Tahoe | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 1530 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 |
