1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1985 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1985 GMC Jimmy is newer by 26 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 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1985 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1985 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1985 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, 1985 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, 1985 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1985 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |
