1982 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari Mondial (238 HP) has 48 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 318 kg more than 1982 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, 2005 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari Mondial. (265 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari Mondial | 2005 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | Mondial | Safari |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 102 L |
