1984 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (386 HP) has 86 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1282 kg more than 1984 Ferrari Testarossa.
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, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (490 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (488 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari Testarossa | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | Testarossa | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 386 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 2788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 6270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 129 L |
