2001 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1975 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1975 Ferrari 308. (255 HP @ 7700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1975 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 895 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 308. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1975 Ferrari 308 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Tahoe | 308 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2927 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7700 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2560 mm |