1982 Ferrari 400 vs. 2001 GMC Safari
To start off, 2001 GMC Safari is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2001 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 125 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 400.
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, 1982 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Safari. (338 Nm). This means 1982 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Safari. 2001 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1982 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1982 Ferrari 400 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:
1982 Ferrari 400 | 2001 GMC Safari | |
Make | Ferrari | GMC |
Model | 400 | Safari |
Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 338 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 98 L |