1976 Ferrari 308 vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 308 (247 HP) has 57 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 383 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 308.
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, 2005 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 308 | 2005 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 308 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
