1982 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 4,091 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1550 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1982 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Chevrolet Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (206 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
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1982 Chevrolet Suburban | 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Suburban | 500 Testarossa |
Year Released | 1982 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4091 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2260 mm |