2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 1979 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 815 kg more than 1979 Isuzu Florian. 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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 612 | 1979 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Ferrari | Isuzu |
| Model | 612 | Florian |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2510 mm |
