1993 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1998 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 456M is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 450 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 456M.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ferrari 456M. 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, 1998 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1998 Ferrari 456M has manual transmission. 1998 Ferrari 456M 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 | 1998 Ferrari 456M | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Suburban | 456M |
Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2590 mm |