1990 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2007 GMC Sierra

To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 GMC Sierra. (312 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 905 kg more than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa.

Because 2007 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra 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, 2007 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ferrari Testarossa. 2007 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1990 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1990 Ferrari Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Ferrari Testarossa 2007 GMC Sierra
Make Ferrari GMC
Model Testarossa Sierra
Year Released 1990 2007
Body Type Convertible Pickup
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4942 cc 5999 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 385 HP 312 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 506 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 2435 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 6580 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 2440 mm
Vehicle Height 1140 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 4250 mm


 

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