2005 GMC Sierra vs. 1993 Ferrari 456
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 650 kg more than 1993 Ferrari 456.
Because 2005 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ferrari 456. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1993 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 1993 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | GMC | Ferrari |
| Model | Sierra | 456 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2345 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2610 mm |
