1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 743 kg more than 1985 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, 2013 GMC Yukon (454 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 400. 2013 GMC Yukon 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 Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 400 | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 400 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 119 L |
