1987 Ferrari F40 vs. 1984 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1987 Ferrari F40 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Suzuki SJ 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Suzuki SJ 410 would be higher. At 2,936 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 428 more horse power than 1984 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1984 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 234 kg more than 1984 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ferrari F40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Suzuki SJ 410 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari F40 | 1984 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Suzuki |
| Model | F40 | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2040 mm |
