2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 19 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. (390 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. (475 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Corvette | Testarossa |
Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 475 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |