2003 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 15 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 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 420 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Astro. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Astro | 1988 Ferrari Testarossa | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Astro | Testarossa |
Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 4943 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |