1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1981 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1981 GMC Suburban is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 6,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1981 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1981 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1981 GMC Suburban (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. 1981 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1957 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1981 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 250 GT | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 6210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3300 mm |
