1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 1981 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 400 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 6,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1981 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 565 kg more than 1985 Ferrari 400.
Because 1981 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1985 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 GMC Suburban. (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 GMC Suburban. 1981 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1985 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1985 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 400 | 1981 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 400 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4822 cc | 6210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2395 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 |
