2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1968 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (177 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1968 Ferrari Dino.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ferrari Dino. 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 (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari Dino. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1968 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1968 Ferrari Dino 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 1968 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Suburban | Dino |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |
