2000 Dodge Caravan vs. 1989 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 2000 Dodge Caravan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 270 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 1989 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 1989 Ferrari Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Caravan, 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, 1989 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Caravan | 1989 Ferrari Testarossa | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Caravan | Testarossa |
Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4943 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2560 mm |