1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2000 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 500 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 2000 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2000 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Ferrari | Suzuki |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
