2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1975 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1975 Ferrari 308. (247 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1975 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (367 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 308. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1975 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1975 Ferrari 308 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1975 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Tahoe | 308 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 140 L |
