1984 Ferrari 400 vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari 400. (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 836 kg more than 1984 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (497 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 400. 2012 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1984 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1984 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 400 | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 400 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 95 L |
