1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator

To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Equator. (262 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 115 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator. 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, 2009 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. 2009 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 1957 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Ferrari 250 GT 2009 Suzuki Equator
Make Ferrari Suzuki
Model 250 GT Equator
Year Released 1957 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2953 cc 3954 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 280 HP 262 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 381 Nm
Torque RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1065 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 5600 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 3560 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 80 L


 

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