1965 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1978 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1978 GMC Suburban is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1978 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 1978 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 GMC Suburban. 1978 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1965 Ferrari 250 LM has manual transmission. 1965 Ferrari 250 LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ferrari 250 LM | 1978 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Ferrari | GMC |
Model | 250 LM | Suburban |
Year Released | 1965 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3286 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3300 mm |