1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1989 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1989 GMC Suburban is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1989 GMC Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1989 GMC Suburban.
Because 1989 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 208. (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 208. 1989 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1986 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1986 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 1989 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 208 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3300 mm |
