1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 1981 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Florian is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 515 kg more than 1981 Isuzu Florian. 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, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Florian. 1981 Isuzu Florian has automatic transmission and 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast has manual transmission. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Isuzu Florian will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 1981 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Ferrari | Isuzu |
| Model | 500 Superfast | Florian |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
