1996 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1976 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (340 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 204 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 400.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ferrari 400. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Suburban | 1976 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Suburban | 400 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2700 mm |
