1973 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Suburban. (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Suburban.
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1973 GMC Suburban | 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
Make | GMC | Ferrari |
Model | Suburban | 458 Italia |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 570 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1938 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2649 mm |