1996 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy (346 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1380 kg more than 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy has manual transmission. 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Chevrolet Suburban | 1951 Ferrari 375 Indy | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Suburban | 375 Indy |
Year Released | 1996 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2330 mm |