1993 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1981 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 308 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 865 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 308.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 308. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1981 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1981 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Chevrolet Suburban | 1981 Ferrari 308 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Suburban | 308 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2350 mm |