1998 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1984 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (386 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Suburban. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 594 kg more than 1984 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ferrari Testarossa. 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, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (490 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Suburban. (456 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Suburban. 1998 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1984 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1984 Ferrari Testarossa 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 | 1984 Ferrari Testarossa | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Suburban | Testarossa |
Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 386 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 456 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2460 mm |