1994 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1979 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Suzuki Cervo would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. 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, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki Cervo. (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari 512 TR | 1979 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | Ferrari | Suzuki |
| Model | 512 TR | Cervo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 543 cc |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2040 mm |
