1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 15 kg more than 2011 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Suzuki |
| Model | 250 GT | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
