1956 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2011 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2011 GMC Canyon is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2011 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1298 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2011 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 GMC Canyon 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, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ferrari 250 GT | 2011 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 250 GT | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
