1978 Ferrari 308 vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1978 Ferrari 308.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1978 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ferrari 308 | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
Make | Ferrari | Suzuki |
Model | 308 | XL7 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 283 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1635 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 |