1996 Ferrari 550 vs. 1973 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 550 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 452 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Ferrari 550 (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 550 | 1973 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Ferrari | Suzuki |
| Model | 550 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2040 mm |
