1972 Ferrari Dino vs. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ferrari Dino 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 127 more horse power than 1972 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1972 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1318 kg more than 1972 Ferrari Dino. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ferrari Dino. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1972 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1972 Ferrari Dino 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ferrari Dino | 2010 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
| Model | Dino | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 454 Nm |
| 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 | 1225 kg | 2543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3302 mm |
