1987 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1194 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. 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, 2012 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari Mondial. 2012 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1987 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1987 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Ferrari Mondial | 2012 GMC Savana | |
Make | Ferrari | GMC |
Model | Mondial | Savana |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3185 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 117 L |