2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa

To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 220 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Express. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1987 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chevrolet Express 1987 Ferrari Testarossa
Make Chevrolet Ferrari
Model Express Testarossa
Year Released 2007 1987
Body Type Van Convertible
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4802 cc 4943 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 285 HP 385 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 500 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 6210 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 2090 mm 1140 mm
Wheelbase Size 3940 mm 2560 mm


 

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