1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (340 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 921 kg more than 2012 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, 1976 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Equator. 1976 Ferrari 400 has automatic transmission and 2012 Suzuki Equator has manual transmission. 2012 Suzuki Equator will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Ferrari 400 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 400 | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Ferrari | Suzuki |
| Model | 400 | Equator |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 80 L |
