1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 36 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 173 more horse power than 2012 GMC Canyon. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 512 BB | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2901 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 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 | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 72 L |
