1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2012 Suzuki Splash

To start off, 2012 Suzuki Splash is newer by 56 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Splash. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Splash. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Splash weights approximately 370 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.

Because 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Splash, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Splash. (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Splash.

Compare all specifications:

1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 2012 Suzuki Splash
Make Ferrari Suzuki
Model 500 Testarossa Splash
Year Released 1956 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1985 cc 1242 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 187 HP 93 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 205 Nm 118 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 74.2 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 11:01
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 257 km/hour 175 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 680 kg 1050 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 3715 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1590 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2360 mm


 

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