1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1798 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 2012 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 72 L |
