1960 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2000 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2000 GMC Sierra is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2000 GMC Sierra. (197 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sierra weights approximately 535 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 2000 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sierra 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, 2000 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 250 GT | 2000 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 250 GT | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3030 mm |
