1989 Ferrari 348 vs. 2001 GMC Safari
To start off, 2001 GMC Safari is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2001 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 490 kg more than 1989 Ferrari 348.
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, 2001 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari 348. 2001 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1989 Ferrari 348 has manual transmission. 1989 Ferrari 348 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 348 | 2001 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 348 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 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 | 1465 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 98 L |
