1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 1978 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1978 GMC Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (340 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1978 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Suburban weights approximately 304 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 400.
Because 1978 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ferrari 400. 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, 1976 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 400 | 1978 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 400 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3300 mm |
