1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1998 GMC Safari
To start off, 1998 GMC Safari is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1998 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 670 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208.
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, 1998 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 208. 1998 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1986 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1986 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 1998 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 208 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1955 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 | 74 L | 98 L |
