1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 35 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), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 906 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Because 2013 GMC Sierra 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, 2013 GMC Sierra 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 308. (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 308. 2013 GMC Sierra 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. 2013 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ferrari 308 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 308 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 2271 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5702 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3378 mm |
