1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 1976 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 400 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1976 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Suburban weights approximately 227 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 400.
Because 1976 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 GMC Suburban. 1976 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1979 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1979 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1979 Ferrari 400 | 1976 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Ferrari | GMC |
Model | 400 | Suburban |
Year Released | 1979 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1973 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3300 mm |