1965 Ferrari 330GT vs. 1977 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1977 Suzuki LJ 50 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 330GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 330GT would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 330GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 330GT (300 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 330GT should accelerate faster than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 330GT weights approximately 690 kg more than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ferrari 330GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Suzuki LJ 50 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, 1965 Ferrari 330GT (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 330GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 330GT | 1977 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Suzuki |
| Model | 330GT | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 1940 mm |
