2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1973 Ferrari 365 BB
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 365 BB would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (380 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. 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) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. (410 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1973 Ferrari 365 BB has manual transmission. 1973 Ferrari 365 BB 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 | 1973 Ferrari 365 BB | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Suburban | 365 BB |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 4388 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2520 mm |
