2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 15 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 8,128 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. (320 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1399 kg more than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (597 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. (500 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1990 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1990 Ferrari Testarossa | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Avalanche | Testarossa |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 8128 cc | 4943 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 597 Nm | 500 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2984 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2560 mm |