2000 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1983 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2000 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1983 GMC Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1983 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 680 kg more than 2000 Ferrari Maranello.
Because 1983 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ferrari Maranello. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 GMC 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, 2000 Ferrari Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 GMC Suburban. (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 GMC Suburban. 1983 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari Maranello | 1983 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | Maranello | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3300 mm |
