2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 18 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 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 246 kg more than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 1986 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 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture, 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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (475 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Venture | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2560 mm |
