1973 Ferrari 308 vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1973 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1973 Ferrari 308.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ferrari 308 | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 308 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 5358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |
