2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1981 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. (283 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 462 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 400.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (481 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1981 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Tahoe | 400 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5964 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 392 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2292 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |