1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 1985 Suzuki Alto
To start off, both 1985 Ferrari 400 and 1985 Suzuki Alto were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1985 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1985 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1985 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Ferrari 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Ferrari 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Suzuki Alto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ferrari 400 | 1985 Suzuki Alto | |
Make | Ferrari | Suzuki |
Model | 400 | Alto |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 59 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 68.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2180 mm |