1960 Abarth Coupe vs. 2008 GMC Savana
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth Coupe would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Savana (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 1551 kg more than 1960 Abarth Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 GMC Savana (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Coupe. 2008 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth Coupe has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth Coupe | 2008 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Abarth | GMC |
| Model | Coupe | Savana |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 784 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 117 L |
