1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 1984 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1984 GMC Suburban is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1984 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Suburban weights approximately 879 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Because 1984 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 GMC Suburban 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, 1984 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 308. 1984 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1978 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1978 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 308 | 1984 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 308 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 2244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3300 mm |
