1980 Ferrari 312 vs. 1980 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, both 1980 Ferrari 312 and 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,991 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 312 (508 HP @ 12300 RPM) has 464 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 312.
Because 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ferrari 312. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 will offer significantly more control. 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.
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1980 Ferrari 312 | 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
Make | Ferrari | Suzuki |
Model | 312 | SJ 410 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 508 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 12300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2040 mm |