1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1984 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1984 GMC Jimmy is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 720 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1984 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1984 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2560 mm |
