1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 7,445 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 930 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
Because 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1976 Ferrari 512 BB has manual transmission. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1983 Chevrolet Suburban | 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Suburban | 512 BB |
Year Released | 1983 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7445 cc | 4942 cc |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2510 mm |