1988 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 1988 Suzuki Alto
To start off, both 1988 Ferrari 412 GT and 1988 Suzuki Alto were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Ferrari 412 GT 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 1988 Ferrari 412 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ferrari 412 GT | 1988 Suzuki Alto | |
Make | Ferrari | Suzuki |
Model | 412 GT | Alto |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 68.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2180 mm |