2008 Ferrari 360 vs. 1997 GMC Safari
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 360 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 GMC Safari weights approximately 480 kg more than 2008 Ferrari 360.
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, 2008 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 GMC Safari. 1997 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 2008 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2008 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari 360 | 1997 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 360 | Safari |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 4293 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1475 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 370 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 98 L |
