1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 2019 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (300 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa has manual transmission. 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 2011 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2819 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 148 L |
