1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1975 GMC Jimmy

To start off, 1975 GMC Jimmy is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1975 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.

Because 1975 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1975 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.

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1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 1975 GMC Jimmy
Make Ferrari GMC
Model 500 Testarossa Jimmy
Year Released 1961 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1985 cc 4093 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 190 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 205 Nm 242 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Vehicle Weight 680 kg 1800 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2720 mm