2002 Ferrari 550 vs. 1980 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 550 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1980 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1980 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Suburban weights approximately 540 kg more than 2002 Ferrari 550.
Because 1980 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ferrari 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 2002 Ferrari 550 (570 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm). This means 2002 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 550 | 1980 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ferrari | GMC |
| Model | 550 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3300 mm |
