2006 Chevrolet Optra vs. 1984 Ferrari Testarossa

To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Optra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (386 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Optra.

Because 1984 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 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Optra, 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, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (490 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Optra.

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2006 Chevrolet Optra 1984 Ferrari Testarossa
Make Chevrolet Ferrari
Model Optra Testarossa
Year Released 2006 1984
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1799 cc 4942 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 120 HP 386 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 165 Nm 490 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81.6 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 78 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 9.3:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1140 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 115 L