1996 Ferrari 550 vs. 2006 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2006 GMC Yukon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2006 GMC Yukon. (335 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Yukon.
Because 2006 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon 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, 1996 Ferrari 550 (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Yukon. (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 550 | 2006 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 550 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 5964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 98 L |
