1981 Ferrari 208 vs. 1973 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1981 Ferrari 208 is newer by 8 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 895 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 208.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ferrari 208. 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, 1973 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 208. 1973 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1981 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1981 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 208 | 1973 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 208 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3300 mm |
