1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 2005 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2005 GMC Jimmy is newer by 27 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 GMC Jimmy. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 385 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Because 2005 GMC Jimmy 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, 2005 GMC Jimmy 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, 2005 GMC Jimmy (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 308 | 2005 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 308 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2560 mm |
