1981 Ferrari 400 vs. 2005 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2005 GMC Yukon is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 GMC Yukon. (286 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 420 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 400.
Because 2005 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 GMC Yukon (441 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 400. 2005 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1981 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1981 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 400 | 2005 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 400 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3280 mm |
