1975 Ferrari 308 vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1975 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1975 Ferrari 308.
Because 2007 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 GMC Sierra (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 308. 2007 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1975 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1975 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 308 | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 308 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3650 mm |
