1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 30 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1979 Ferrari 400. (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1979 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 841 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 400. 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 400. (412 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ferrari 400 | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Ferrari | GMC |
Model | 400 | Yukon |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 6162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 412 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 2659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 98 L |