1994 Ferrari F355 vs. 1988 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F355 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ferrari F355. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1994 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Vitara. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari F355 | 1988 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Ferrari | Suzuki |
| Model | F355 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2210 mm |
