1980 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari Mondial (214 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 831 kg more than 1980 Ferrari Mondial.
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, 2012 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. (243 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari Mondial. 2012 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari Mondial | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | Mondial | Savana |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3429 mm |
