1985 Ferrari Testarossa 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 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP) has 85 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 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 984 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (489 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari Testarossa | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | Testarossa | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 6270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 4010 mm |
