2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (336 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 829 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Tahoe | 400 Superamerica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 284 HP | 336 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 119 L |