1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2009 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 50 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 GMC Canyon. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 453 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2009 GMC Canyon 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, 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, 2009 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 2009 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 250 GT | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| 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 | 1277 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
