1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 2001 GMC Safari
To start off, 2001 GMC Safari is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 650 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 208. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208. 2001 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ferrari 208 | 2001 GMC Safari | |
Make | Ferrari | GMC |
Model | 208 | Safari |
Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2830 mm |