1983 Ferrari 308 vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 308 (205 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 495 kg more than 1983 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, 2005 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 308. (246 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 308 | 2005 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 308 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
