1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2002 Suzuki F1
To start off, 2002 Suzuki F1 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki F1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki F1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 348 kg more than 2002 Suzuki F1. 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (412 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki F1. (106 Nm). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki F1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 2002 Suzuki F1 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Suzuki |
| Model | 400 | F1 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1995 cc |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 412 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1470 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 45 L |
