1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2005 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (306 HP) has 31 more horse power than 2005 GMC Envoy. (275 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 364 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 400.
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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 2005 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 400 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 275 HP |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 95 L |
