1976 Ferrari 308 vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 308.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1976 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 308 | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Suzuki |
| Model | 308 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |
