1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 2009 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2009 GMC Canyon. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 930 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Because 2009 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (300 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 2009 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 72 L |
