1983 Ferrari 308 vs. 2009 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 26 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 308. (205 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 308. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 GMC Envoy (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 308. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 308. 2009 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 1983 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1983 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 308 | 2009 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 308 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
