1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 1972 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1998 Ferrari F355 is newer by 26 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 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 870 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, 1998 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (43 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ferrari F355 | 1972 Suzuki Fronte | |
Make | Ferrari | Suzuki |
Model | F355 | Fronte |
Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 356 cc |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 43 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 30 L |