1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 28 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 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 193 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, 1985 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Sierra. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Sierra. 2013 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1985 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1985 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 400 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 400 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4822 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1869 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 98 L |
