1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1972 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1972 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 835 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (43 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 1972 Suzuki Fronte | |
Make | Ferrari | Suzuki |
Model | 250 GT | Fronte |
Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 356 cc |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 43 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 30 L |