1988 Ferrari F40 vs. 2005 GMC Safari

To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari F40 (622 HP) has 432 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 648 kg more than 1988 Ferrari F40.

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, 1988 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 1988 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Ferrari F40 2005 GMC Safari
Make Ferrari GMC
Model F40 Safari
Year Released 1988 2005
Body Type Coupe Van
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2997 cc 4294 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 622 HP 190 HP
Torque 720 Nm 339 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1100 kg 1748 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 120 L 102 L


 

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