1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (295 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 485 kg more than 1985 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, 2005 GMC Sierra (454 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 400 | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 400 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 295 HP |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 98 L |
