2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 1989 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (515 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1989 GMC Jimmy. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1989 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Ferrari 612.
Because 1989 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ferrari 612. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (568 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 GMC Jimmy. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 612 | 1989 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 612 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 515 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2720 mm |
