1998 Ferrari 355 Spider vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 GMC Yukon. (352 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1129 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider.
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, 2010 GMC Yukon (517 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. (363 Nm). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. 2010 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider has manual transmission. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 355 Spider | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2819 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 148 L |
