1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2005 GMC Savana
To start off, 2005 GMC Savana is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (306 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2005 GMC Savana. (285 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 747 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 400.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Savana (400 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 2005 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 400 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 4801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 285 HP |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 117 L |
