1998 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO (300 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Suburban. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban (456 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO. 1998 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO has manual transmission. 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Chevrolet Suburban | 1967 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Suburban | 250 GTO |
Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 456 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2410 mm |