1977 Ferrari Dino vs. 2003 GMC Safari
To start off, 2003 GMC Safari is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari Dino (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Safari weights approximately 626 kg more than 1977 Ferrari Dino.
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, 2003 GMC Safari (338 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ferrari Dino. (264 Nm). This means 2003 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ferrari Dino. 2003 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1977 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1977 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari Dino | 2003 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | Dino | Safari |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 98 L |
