1965 Abarth 750 vs. 2008 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2008 GMC Sierra is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1606 kg more than 1965 Abarth 750. 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, 2008 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 750. (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 750. 2008 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1965 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1965 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth 750 | 2008 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Abarth | GMC |
| Model | 750 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 6199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 98 L |
