1975 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 715 kg more than 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia.
Because 1975 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet 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, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Suburban. 1975 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia has manual transmission. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Suburban | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1214 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2649 mm |
