1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (188 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 670 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 308.
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, 2004 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 308. 2004 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1982 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1982 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 308 | 2004 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 308 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 98 L |
