1988 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2008 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2008 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 611 kg more than 1988 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 2008 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari Testarossa | 2008 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | Testarossa | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
