1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (377 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 544 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F355.
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, 1996 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari. 2005 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari F355 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari F355 | 2005 GMC Safari | |
Make | Ferrari | GMC |
Model | F355 | Safari |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 377 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 102.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 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 | 1350 kg | 1894 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 98 L |