1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2006 GMC Savana
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 50 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1673 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Savana 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, 2006 GMC Savana 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, 2006 GMC Savana (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana 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 | 2006 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Savana |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2353 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 117 L |
