2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1963 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. 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 (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. (314 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1963 Ferrari 250 LM has manual transmission. 1963 Ferrari 250 LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 1963 Ferrari 250 LM | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Suburban | 250 LM |
Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 140 L |