1994 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1974 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 783 kg more than 1974 Ferrari 308.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari 308. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1974 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1974 Ferrari 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1994 Chevrolet Suburban | 1974 Ferrari 308 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Suburban | 308 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1974 |
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 | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7700 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2148 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2560 mm |