1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator 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 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (336 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Equator. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 615 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Equator. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Ferrari | Suzuki |
Model | 400 Superamerica | Equator |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 80 L |