1987 Porsche 928 vs. 1972 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1987 Porsche 928 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (36 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 928 weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. 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, 1987 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (40 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Porsche 928 | 1972 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | 928 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 52 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 56 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 66 L |
