1975 Ferrari 308 vs. 2009 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra is newer by 34 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 GMC Sierra. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Sierra.
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, 1975 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Sierra. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Sierra. 2009 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. 2009 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ferrari 308 | 2009 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 308 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 98 L |
