2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (336 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 575 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Suburban | 400 Superamerica |
Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 336 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 119 L |