1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1988 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1988 GMC Jimmy is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1988 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 200 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1988 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 1988 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 250 GT | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
