2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa. (500 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Suburban | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 4943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2755 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2560 mm |
