1960 Ferrari 250 GTE vs. 2011 GMC Canyon

To start off, 2011 GMC Canyon is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE (232 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2011 GMC Canyon. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Canyon.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Canyon.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Ferrari 250 GTE 2011 GMC Canyon
Make Ferrari GMC
Model 250 GTE Canyon
Year Released 1960 2011
Body Type Coupe Pickup
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 232 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1900 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 140 L 72 L


 

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