1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 1972 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 348 is newer by 16 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 3,404 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (36 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 985 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, 1988 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (40 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 1972 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ferrari | Suzuki |
| Model | 348 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 52 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 56 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 66 L |
