1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra is newer by 51 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1631 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 98 L |
