2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (520 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
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2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Suburban | 500 Testarossa |
Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 352 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 88 L |