1996 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1420 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (206 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
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1996 Chevrolet Suburban | 1960 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Suburban | 500 Testarossa |
Year Released | 1996 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2260 mm |