1979 Ferrari 312 vs. 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX
To start off, both 1979 Ferrari 312 and 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,991 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 312 (508 HP @ 12300 RPM) has 462 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX weights approximately 50 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 312.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ferrari 312 | 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX | |
Make | Ferrari | Suzuki |
Model | 312 | SC 100 GX |
Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 508 HP | 46 HP |
Engine RPM | 12300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2040 mm |