1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1743 kg more than 1959 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. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 2010 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
Model | 250 Testarossa | Suburban |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5400 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 | 2543 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 | 117 L |