1997 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 560 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. 1997 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast has manual transmission. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Chevrolet Suburban | 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Suburban | 500 Superfast |
Year Released | 1997 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 4963 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2660 mm |