1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1976 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1976 GMC Jimmy is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1976 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1976 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 GMC Jimmy 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, 1976 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1976 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |
