1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 2011 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2011 GMC Canyon is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2011 GMC Canyon. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Canyon weights approximately 365 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 308.
Because 2011 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 GMC Canyon 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, 1979 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 308 | 2011 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 308 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3210 mm |
