1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 2011 GMC Yukon

To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 31 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1368 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208. 2011 GMC Yukon 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. 2011 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Ferrari 208 2011 GMC Yukon
Make Ferrari GMC
Model 208 Yukon
Year Released 1980 2011
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 6200 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 153 HP 403 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 171 Nm 565 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1305 kg 2673 kg
Vehicle Length 4240 mm 5649 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 2009 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1951 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 3302 mm