1998 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1968 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (479 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu 117. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 575 kg more than 1968 Isuzu 117. 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 Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Maranello | 1968 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Isuzu |
| Model | Maranello | 117 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 479 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 40 L |
