1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2006 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Forenza is newer by 50 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Forenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Forenza. (126 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Forenza weights approximately 385 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 2006 Suzuki Forenza 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, 2006 Suzuki Forenza 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Forenza.
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1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2006 Suzuki Forenza | |
Make | Ferrari | Suzuki |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Forenza |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |