1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2012 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 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. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 400 | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Suzuki |
| Model | 400 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4822 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 45 L |
