2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 22 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 111 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 425 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (475 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (399 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Express. 2008 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1986 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Express | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2560 mm |
