1981 Ferrari 400 vs. 1988 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1988 GMC Suburban is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1988 GMC Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1988 GMC Suburban.
Because 1988 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 GMC Suburban (407 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 1988 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 400. 1988 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1981 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1981 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 400 | 1988 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 400 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3300 mm |
