1999 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1978 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 400 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 495 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 400.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Suburban | 1978 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Suburban | 400 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 422 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2710 mm |