1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1980 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 310 kg more than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 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, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Suzuki |
| Model | 250 GT | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2040 mm |
