1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 1973 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 456M is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1973 GMC Jimmy. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 110 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 456M.
Because 1973 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ferrari 456M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 GMC Jimmy 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, 1998 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 456M | 1973 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 456M | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
