1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 863 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Sierra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 512 BB | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4802 cc |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 98 L |
