2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1739 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
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2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Tahoe | 500 Testarossa |
Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 88 L |