1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 2009 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 24 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 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2009 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 648 kg more than 1985 Ferrari 400.
Because 2009 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon 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, 1985 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 400 | 2009 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 400 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 72 L |
